Grilled Chicken Pesto Skewers
Grilled Chicken Pesto Skewers pair juicy, lemon-kissed chicken with bursts of sweet cherry tomatoes and lightly charred red onion. The bright basil pesto coats each bite with herby richness, balancing tangy citrus and smoky grill notes. Serve hot for a casual cookout or weeknight dinner when you want vibrant flavors with minimal fuss.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook6 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Grilled Chicken Pesto Skewers, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 72
- Metabolic
- 21
- Digestive
- 32
- Inflammatory
- 56
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the chicken pieces, pesto, and lemon juice in a gallon-size resealable plastic bag; seal the bag and shake or turn to coat evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
- 2
Thread the chicken, tomatoes, and onion onto skewers, alternating them. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Preheat the Panasonic Countertop Induction Oven to Medium-High on the "Grill" setting.
- 4
Put the skewers in the grill pan and set the timer for 3 minutes.
- 5
Turn the skewers and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 6
Let rest for about 5 minutes.
- Calories 268.01 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 29.33 g Good Source 59%
- Carbohydrate 6.36 g 2%
- Total Fat 14.12 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 1.27 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 70.32 mg High 23%
- Sodium 343.8 mg Moderate 15%
- Dietary Fiber 1.76 g Low Source 6%
- Total Sugars 2.65 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 59.6 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 2.25 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 8.63 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 103.41 mcg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin C 7.58 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Grilled Chicken Pesto Skewers is made with 6 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 21 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cherry Tomato, Chicken Breast, Diced Onion, and Lemon Juice. Each serving provides about 268.01 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Chicken Pesto Skewers made of?
- The main ingredients are Cherry Tomato, Chicken Breast, Diced Onion, Lemon Juice, Pesto. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Chicken Pesto Skewers?
- About 21 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 6 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 268.01 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Chicken Pesto Skewers easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Grilled Chicken Pesto Skewers healthy?
- Grilled Chicken Pesto Skewers has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 268.01 calories and 29.33 g of protein, or 59% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 343.8 mg (15% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.27 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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