Balsamic and Pesto Grilled Chicken

Name: Balsamic and Pesto Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 2 cloves garlic; kosher salt and pepper; 4 Mozzarella slices; 1/4 cup pesto sauce; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 2 tbsp chopped parsley

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Marinating time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
4 servings
Calories
320 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Italian, American

Balsamic and Pesto Grilled Chicken

Deacon Rivera

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A quick and easy dinner option that’s full of flavor, this Balsamic and Pesto Grilled Chicken is the perfect meal for busy weeknights. Chicken breasts are marinated in a simple balsamic marinade and then grilled until juicy and tender.

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Ingredients

Servings

4 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic minced
kosher salt and pepper to taste
4 Mozzarella slices
1/4 cup pesto sauce
1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
2 tbsp chopped parsley

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Instructions

Place the chicken breast in a medium bowl together with the oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat. Allow the chicken to quickly marinate for 15 minutes on the counter.
Meanwhile, preheat a grill pan or an outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken breast for around 5-7 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reads 165F.
Once the chicken is almost done and still hot, top each with a slice of mozzarella.
Transfer the chicken to a platter and top with pesto sauce and cherry tomatoes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

Notes

We recommend choosing chicken breasts that are approximately the same size so that they cook at the same rate.
We suggest marinating the chicken for at least 15 minutes. However, you can marinate the chicken, covered in the fridge, for longer or overnight.
You can make your own pesto, or use a store-bought version. If using pre-made pesto, we recommend the fresh pesto found in the refrigerator area along with the fresh ravioli and pasta.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 320kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 96mg (32%) Sodium 1045mg (44%) Potassium 558mg (16%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 740IU (15%) Vitamin C 12mg (13%) Calcium 193mg (19%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 320 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1serving
Calories	320kcal	16%
Carbohydrates	5g	2%
Protein	32g	64%
Fat	19g	29%
Saturated Fat	6g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	5g	25%
Trans Fat	0.01g	1%
Cholesterol	96mg	32%
Sodium	1045mg	44%
Potassium	558mg	12%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	2g	4%
Vitamin A	740IU	15%
Vitamin C	12mg	13%
Calcium	193mg	19%
Iron	1mg	6%