How to Make Grilled Pesto-Marinated Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled Pesto-Marinated Chicken is a delicious and easy dish that's perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners. This recipe combines tender and juicy chicken with the bold flavors of pesto, creating a dish that's sure to impress. Whether you're firing up the grill for a backyard cookout or looking for a simple and flavorful meal to enjoy with your family, this recipe is a fantastic choice.

The key to the amazing flavor of this dish lies in the pesto marinade. Made with fresh ba...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (6 ounce) jar prepared pesto (such as Barilla® Rustic Basil Pesto)
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 ounces lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 chicken breast halves

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 chicken breasts

  • Mix together pesto, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, pepper, and salt in a 1-gallon resealable freezer bag. Add chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill over indirect heat until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 to 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    381 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 84mg
    • Sodium: 773mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 394mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 369mg