PESTO GRILLED CHICKEN

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Juicy, marinated chicken topped with pesto on the grill. My favorite way to use up a big jar of prepared pesto!

Provided by B-Walk

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-6 pieces chicken, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1/2 lemon, juice of
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
salt, to taste
black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
1/2 cup prepared pesto sauce

Steps:

  • Cut chicken breasts into smaller portions and pound about 1/2" thick.
  • Combine remaining ingredients, except pesto, and pour over chicken in shallow dish. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat grill to 400-450 degrees. Grill chicken breasts on one side until sides no longer appear pink, and flip on the grill.
  • Spoon pesto over each piece of chicken. Close grill, and allow to cook until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.8, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 174.6, Carbohydrate 1.1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 24.4

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