Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
This Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich combines golden, buttery bread with gooey melted cheese and vibrant basil pesto for a café-style comfort meal you can make in minutes. Crisp, flavorful, and irresistibly melty — it’s the ultimate upgrade to a classic favorite.
Ingredients
- Bread sourdough, ciabatta, or sturdy sandwich bread
- 2 tablespoons butter softened
- 2–3 tablespoons pesto homemade or store-bought
- 4–6 ounces cheese mozzarella, provolone, or blend
- Optional add-ins: tomato slices baby spinach, cooked chicken or turkey
Instructions
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Spread butter on the outside of each bread slice and pesto on the inside.
- Layer cheese and optional add-ins between the slices.
- Place the sandwich in the skillet, butter side down. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Let rest 1 minute before slicing diagonally. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use medium-low heat so the cheese melts before the bread browns too quickly.
- Adjust pesto amount to taste a little goes a long way.
- For extra flavor, try adding a drizzle of balsamic glaze or a mix of cheeses.