Barilla® Rustic Basil Pesto Marinated Chicken
Barilla® Rustic Basil Pesto Marinated Chicken
43 minutes total / Calories 470
- Chicken
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Gatherings
- Lemon
- Pesto Sauce
- Protein
- Spring Recipes
- Summer Recipes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
Made with Barilla® Rustic Basil Pesto sauce
Sandwich and Pizza Recipes
Ingredients
Serves 4
| 1 | Jar Barilla® Rustic Basil Pesto, divided |
| ¼ | Cup extra virgin olive oil |
| ¼ | Cup lemon juice |
| 4 | Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ pounds) |
| 1 | Medium summer squash, sliced into ¼-inch-thick slices |
| 1 | Medium zucchini, sliced into ¼-inch-thick slices |
| 1 | Red sweet pepper, cut into strips |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup of the pesto, the olive oil, and the lemon juice. Pour mixture into a large zip-top plastic storage bag along with the chicken breasts; seal out excess air and turn bag to coat chicken breasts evenly. Marinade in the refrigerator overnight or at least 4 hours.
Step 2
An hour before grilling, toss the summer squash, zucchini, and sweet pepper in ¼ cup of the pesto to coat evenly; let stand at room temperature 1 hour to marinate.
Step 3
Remove chicken from marinade; reserve marinade. Grill chicken on the rack of a covered grill directly over medium heat 15 to 18 minutes or until done (165°F), turning and brushing with reserved marinade twice during grilling. Place pesto-coated vegetables in a grill basket and cook alongside the chicken during the last 8 minutes of grilling, stirring occasionally. Discard any remaining marinade.
Step 4
To serve, drizzle with remaining pesto.
Rustic Basil Pesto Pasta Sauce
Barilla Rustic Basil Pesto sauce is imported from Italy and made with high-quality ingredients like fragrant Italian basil and freshly grated Italian cheeses. It is a flavorful complement to a variety of dishes your whole family will enjoy.
- Pack size 6.5 oz.
- Range Pesto Pasta Sauce