Pesto Grilled Chicken
A simple yet stunning Pesto Grilled Chicken recipe that marries juicy chicken with vibrant pesto flavors, perfect for summer evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for grilling
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Brush the chicken breasts with pesto sauce, ensuring both sides are well-coated.
- Prepare the grill grates by drizzling olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking.
- Serve the chicken with lemon wedges for added brightness.
Notes
For a complete meal, pair with a crisp salad or roasted vegetables. Marinating the chicken in pesto ahead of time can enhance flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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