Description
Grilled Chicken Margherita is a fresh and flavorful dish featuring juicy grilled chicken breasts topped with melted mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and a drizzle of basil pesto.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
2 ripe Roma tomatoes, sliced
1/4 cup basil pesto
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Optional: balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. Grill chicken for 6–8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
4. During the last 2 minutes of grilling, top each chicken breast with a slice of mozzarella cheese. Close lid to melt.
5. Remove chicken from grill and top each piece with tomato slices and a spoonful of pesto.
6. Garnish with fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze if desired.
7. Serve hot with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
Notes
For best results, pound chicken to even thickness before grilling.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat gently.
Great served over zucchini noodles, quinoa, or pasta for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: grilled chicken margherita, pesto chicken, summer grilling, mozzarella chicken