Grilled Chicken Margherita

Grilled Chicken Margherita

Recipe by France C from allrecipes.com

Dinner 5 Hr. 30 Mins.

Ingredients

4

4 servings

  • 4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 4 fresh basil leaves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup basil pesto

Instructions

  • Gently pound chicken breasts into even thickness using the smooth side of a meat mallet, about 1/2 inch thick. Place chicken into a resealable plastic bag.
  • Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt in a small bowl. Pour over chicken, coat evenly, and marinate for 4 to 8 hours.
  • Combine cherry tomatoes, basil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat; lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and grill with the lid closed for 4 minutes. Flip chicken and grill an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Top each breast with a slice of mozzarella cheese and 1 tablespoon of pesto, then top with cherry tomatoes. Close lid on grill and continue grilling until cheese is melted and chicken is no longer pink inside, about 3 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Using a spatula, carefully remove chicken to a serving platter.

Nutritional Facts

Per 4 servings

  • Calories: 471
  • Carbohydrate: 5g
  • Fat: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 49g

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