Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

2 large roasted red bell peppers, stems and seeds removed

1 jarred chipotle pepper in adobo, chopped

1/4 teaspoon chopped garlic (about 1 small clove)

2 tablespoons raw almonds, toasted

1 teaspoon fresh oregano

8 slices whole-grain bread, toasted

4 leaves escarole

4 slices sharp cheddar (4 ounces)

Preparation

Preheat grill to medium-high. Season chicken with salt and pepper and drizzle with oil. Grill chicken until cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Let stand 5 minutes, then slice on the bias.

Pulse bell peppers, chipotle pepper, garlic, almonds, and oregano in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons oil and process until combined. Season with salt and pepper.

Spread each slice of bread with pesto. Layer with sliced chicken, escarole, and cheddar.