Description
Easy Grilled Chicken Margherita is a delightful and healthy dish that brings together the juicy goodness of grilled chicken and the fresh flavors of classic Margherita pizza. This quick recipe features lean chicken breasts topped with creamy mozzarella, vibrant basil pesto, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, it’s a flavorful meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. With minimal preparation and cooking time, you can enjoy this Italian-inspired dish in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lean chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 slices Mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup red cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup basil pesto
- ½ cup basil leaves (thinly sliced)
- Cracked black pepper for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6 to 8 minutes on each side until cooked through. Add mozzarella slices during the last minute of cooking to melt.
- In a small bowl, mix halved cherry tomatoes with basil leaves and lemon juice.
- Assemble by topping each grilled chicken piece with basil pesto and tomato mixture. Finish with cracked black pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled chicken breast with toppings (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg