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Delicious easy grilled pesto chicken on a plate with fresh herbs and vegetables

Easy Grilled Pesto Chicken

A quick and flavorful dish featuring juicy grilled chicken coated in vibrant pesto sauce, perfect for busy weekday dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
  • 1/2 cup pesto sauce Homemade or store-bought works beautifully.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Feel free to use avocado oil if you prefer.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground offers the best flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix the pesto sauce with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the pesto mixture.
Cooking
  1. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until cooked through with nice grill marks.
  2. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the chicken in pesto for 30 minutes before grilling. Serve alongside a Black Bean Corn Salad or over a bed of spinach.