Description
Grilled Tuscan Chicken with Pesto is a vibrant dish that brings the flavors of Italy to your table. Juicy, marinated chicken breasts are grilled to perfection and topped with a fresh, homemade basil pesto that adds a burst of flavor. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, this recipe is easy to customize and sure to impress your guests. Serve it alongside salads, pasta, or crusty bread for a complete meal that will leave everyone raving!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup pine nuts
- 3 garlic cloves
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Pesto: In a food processor, combine basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic cloves, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Pulse until finely chopped.
- Add Olive Oil: With the processor running, drizzle in olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine half of the pesto with chicken breasts in a bowl or resealable bag. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Your Grill: Get your grill ready on medium-high heat.
- Grill the Chicken: Cook marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve: Spread additional pesto over grilled chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled chicken breast with pesto (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg