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
- 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
- Protein 29.33 g Good Source
- Carbs 6.36 g Moderate
- Total Fat 14.12 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.27 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 70.32 mg High
- Sodium 343.8 mg Moderate
- Fiber 1.76 g Low Source
- Sugar 2.65 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 59.6 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.25 mg Moderate
- Potassium 8.63 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 314.62 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 7.58 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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