Grilled Pesto Chicken and Tomato Kebabs
Savor the delightful flavors of Grilled Pesto Chicken and Tomato Kebabs, a simple and delicious dish featuring tender, boneless skinless chicken breast, juicy tomatoes, and a vibrant basil pesto. These kebabs are not only easy to prepare but also perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1-1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
- 24 cherry tomatoes
- 16 wooden skewers
- 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano
- kosher salt and fresh pepper to taste
- 1 clove garlic
Instructions
- 1
In a food processor, blend together basil, garlic, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth. Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while continuing to pulse.
- 2
In a bowl, combine the uncooked chicken pieces with the pesto, ensuring they are well-coated, and allow to marinate for a few hours.
- 3
Immerse wooden skewers in water for a minimum of 30 minutes to prevent burning (if using metal skewers, you can skip this step).
- 4
Starting and finishing with the chicken, alternate threading pieces of chicken and tomatoes onto 8 pairs of parallel skewers, resulting in a total of 8 kebabs.
- 5
Preheat your outdoor grill or an indoor grill pan over medium heat until it is adequately heated. Make sure the grill grates are clean and give them a light spray of oil.
- 6
Arrange the chicken kebabs on the preheated grill and cook for approximately 3 to 4 minutes; flip them over and continue grilling until the chicken is fully cooked, which should take about 2 to 3 more minutes.