1. Preheat your panini press or a large skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, place a heavy pan on top of the panini as it cooks to press it down.
2. Slice the ciabatta rolls and brush the cut sides lightly with olive oil. This step reminds me of my grandmother’s attention to detail—every brush of oil was filled with love.
3. Layer the bottom half of each roll with the sliced chicken breast, mozzarella, sundried tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Drizzle a tablespoon of balsamic glaze over the fillings for a sweet, tangy flavor that ties the whole sandwich together.
5. Top with the remaining halves of the ciabatta rolls and place in the panini press or skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
6. Remove from heat, slice each panini in half, and serve hot.

Pro tip: If your kids are anything like mine, they’ll love helping with the assembly. It’s a fun way to get them involved and build excitement for the meal!