Two of my favorites, basil and tomato bring big summer flavor to these grilled pesto chicken kebab. This simple dish of pure garden goodness is easy to prepare and is certain to be a hit with your family and friends.
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Healthy, Mediterranean
Prep Time1hour20minutes
Cook Time20minutes
Total Time1hour40minutes
Servings8
Ingredients
1½cupfresh basilchopped
3clovesgarlic
¼cupParmesan cheesegrated
2tablespoonpine nuts or walnutschopped
3tablespoonsolive oil
salt and pepper to taste
1½poundsboneless skinless chicken thighscut into 1″ cubes
cherry tomatoes
wooden skewers
Method
Place basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and walnuts in a food processor. Slowly add oil while pulsing. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
Cut chicken into one inch cubes and place in a large zip-lock bag. Add pesto mixture to the bag and allow chicken to marinade for at least an hour or up to four.
Soak wooden skewers in water while chicken is marinating.
Alternate chicken and tomatoes on the skewers.
Heat grill and brush to clean.
Place skewers on the grill over medium low heat. Cook for 5 – 8 minutes. Turn and cook for another 5 – 8 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.