Grilled Pesto Chicken from the Freezer and Pantry

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0

Grilled Pesto Chicken from the Freezer and Pantry recipe for a quick flavorful meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 boneless skinless chicken breasts , thawed , if using frozen ( Purdue frozen recommended )
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	salt and pepper
	4 tablespoons prepared pesto sauce ( or any other prepared toppings , such as a tapenade )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

280

Sugar

Fat

15g

Grilled Pesto Chicken from the Freezer and Pantry is a quick and easy recipe that can be made using ingredients you likely already have on hand. This recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. It is a great way to add flavor to boneless, skinless chicken breasts, and can easily be adapted to use other prepared toppings such as tapenade or even leftover salsa. This recipe is also a healthier alternative to pan-frying chicken, as grilling is a cooking method that can help reduce overall fat content.

Instructions

1.	Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2.	Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
3.	Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
4.	During the last minute of cooking, spread 1 tablespoon of pesto sauce on each chicken breast.
5.	Remove chicken from grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This recipe is a quick and easy way to add flavor to your chicken breasts.

The use of prepared pesto sauce and pantry staples means this recipe can be made without a trip to the grocery store.

Grilling chicken is a healthy cooking method and can help reduce overall fat content.

CONS

Using pre-made pesto sauce can add extra sodium and preservatives to your meal.

This recipe may not be suitable for those with nut allergies if using traditional pesto.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of lean protein and can help support muscle growth and development.
Pesto sauce contains healthy fats from olive oil and pine nuts. Basil, the main ingredient in pesto, has been linked to being beneficial in reducing inflammation in the body.