## Basil Pesto Grilled Chicken Recipe (Continental Style) – Easy & Delicious Recipe

Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Basil Pesto Grilled Chicken Recipe** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **Continental Main Course**, this dish is **High Protein Non Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.

**Yields:** 1 servings
**Prep time:** 70 minutes
**Cook time:** 20 minutes
**Total time:** 90 minutes

**Cuisine:** Continental
**Course:** Main Course
**Diet:** High Protein Non Vegetarian

### Ingredients for Basil Pesto Grilled Chicken Recipe:

* 1 Chicken breasts
* 1 tablespoon Fresh cream
* 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
* 2 tablespoons Garlic Butter
* 250 grams Basil leaves – with stems removed
* 1/4 cup Walnuts – toasted
* 4 cloves Garlic – finely chopped
* Salt – to taste
* 1 tablespoon Whole Black Peppercorns – coarsely pounded
* 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
* 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese – grated

### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Basil Pesto Grilled Chicken Recipe:

1. make the fresh basil pesto and keep it ready.
2. For the Basil PestoPlace the walnuts,garlic, basil leaves, salt, and pepper in the food processor and churn until coarse.
3. With the processor running, slowly pour the olive oil into the bowl through the feed tube and process until the pesto is thoroughly pureed.
4. Add the Parmesan and puree for a minute.
5. In a mixing bowl, marinade the chicken breast along with the basil pesto, cream, and lemon juice.
6. Let it sit for about an hour.
7. Heat a grill pan/skillet on medium flame, put some garlic butter and place the chicken breast on it.
8. Cook till the chicken is completely cooked through.
9. IT will take about 8 to ten minutes on either sides to cook the chicken.
10. Once done transfer the Basil Pesto Grilled Chicken onto a serving plate and serve hot.
11. Serve Basil Pesto Grilled Chicken Recipe with Summer Lettuce Salad Recipe and French Onion Soup Recipe for lunch or dinner.

### Tips for the Best Basil Pesto Grilled Chicken Recipe:

* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Feel free to customize this Basil Pesto Grilled Chicken Recipe recipe with your favorite complementary ingredients!

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