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Grilled Chicken Breast with Quinoa and Pesto Sauce
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain well.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the pesto sauce. In a food processor, combine the basil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until finely chopped. With the processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- To serve, spoon the cooked quinoa onto plates, top with a grilled chicken breast, and drizzle with the pesto sauce.
- Enjoy your delicious Grilled Chicken Breast with Quinoa and Pesto Sauce!
Grilled Chicken Breast with Quinoa and Pesto Sauce is a delightful dish that combines the succulence of grilled chicken with the nuttiness of quinoa and the vibrant flavors of pesto sauce. This dish has its roots in Mediterranean cuisine, where the use of fresh herbs and wholesome grains is a culinary tradition. Renowned chefs like Jamie Oliver and Ina Garten have popularized this dish, infusing it with their own unique twists. The key to a perfect Grilled Chicken Breast with Quinoa and Pesto Sauce lies in the quality of the chicken, the fluffy texture of the quinoa, and the aromatic punch of the pesto sauce. Today, this dish can be savored in top-notch Mediterranean restaurants or prepared at home with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Whether it's the tender grilled chicken, the fluffy quinoa, or the zesty pesto, each element plays a crucial role in creating a harmonious and satisfying culinary experience.
35 min
4
380 calories
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