Rotisserie Chicken and Pecan Muhammara Sandwiches

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20 minutes

Rotisserie chicken and a pecan muhammara combine for a delicious and nutritious sandwich that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

1 12-ounce jar roasted red bell peppers, drained
2/3 cup raw pecan halves
1/4 cup panko or unseasoned breadcrumbs
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or 2 teaspoons Aleppo pepper)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons pecan oil or olive oil, plus more for drizzling if desired
1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses (or 1 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar + 1 teaspoon honey)
8 slices crusty bread
8 ounces shredded rotisserie chicken
Handful arugula (about 1 cup)

Make the muhammara: Put the red peppers, pecans, panko, garlic, lemon juice, salt, red pepper flakes, cumin, olive oil, and pomegranate molasses into a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Pulse until finely chopped, nearly to a puree, scraping down the sides as needed.
Assemble the sandwiches: Lightly toast the bread in a toaster. Spread a few tablespoons of the muhammara on four slices of bread. Divide the chicken over the muhammara and top with a pile of arugula. Lightly drizzle with olive oil and cover with remaining bread.