Pesto Chicken Recipe
Housemade pesto and grilled seasoned chicken with fresh mozzarella and spinach
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Pesto
In a food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, olive oil, and salt. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Grill the Chicken
Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
- 4
Assemble the Dish
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the chicken and layer it with fresh spinach, mozzarella, and pesto.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately, drizzled with extra pesto if desired.
