Grilled Chicken Cashew Cilantro Pesto

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  • Prep Time

    2 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    7 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    313 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Grilled Chicken Cashew Cilantro Pesto

Grilled chicken with cashew cilantro pesto is a savory and aromatic dish, featuring succulent grilled chicken topped with a rich, nutty pesto made from fresh cilantro and crunchy cashews, offering a delightful fusion of flavors and textures.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 6 chicken breast
  • ¼ tsp salt sea salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup cotija cheese

For Cashew Cilantro Pesto

  • ¼ cups cashews unsalted raw
  • 1 cilantro leaves
  • 1 garlic clove
  • lime zest of 1/2
  • ½ tsp serrano chile seeded and finely chopped
  • ½ cup olive oil extra-virgin, plus 2 tablespoons

Instructions

  1. Add cashews to food processor and pulse until finely ground.
  2. Add other pesto ingredients and blend until slightly runny and spreadable.
  3. Taste and add sea salt if needed.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium high.
  5. Season chicken with salt and pepper, grill about 8 minutes on each side until 165F degrees internally.
  6. Top with cashew pesto, cheese, and enjoy.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1g Calories 313kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 40g (80%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 9g (53%) Cholesterol 112mg (37%) Sodium 328mg (14%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 313 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 313kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 40g 80%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9g 53%
Cholesterol 112mg 37%
Sodium 328mg 14%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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