Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsRicco's Italian BistroArtie & Basil Recipe

Artie & Basil Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Pesto, grilled chicken, artichokes, mozzarella & provolone

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Ingredients

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Pesto

Grilled Chicken

Method

Pesto Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pesto

    In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Set aside.

Grilled Chicken Preparation

  1. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 3

    Grill the Chicken

    Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Assembly

  1. 4

    Assemble the Dish

    On a serving platter, layer the sliced grilled chicken. Top with the prepared pesto, artichoke hearts, shredded mozzarella cheese, and provolone cheese. Optionally, you can put this under a broiler for a few minutes to melt the cheese.

  2. 5

    Serve

    Serve warm, garnished with additional basil if desired.

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