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GRILLED CHICKEN WITH SPINACH AND PINE NUT PESTO

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Yield: 4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 cup baby spinach leaves
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoon lemon peel
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
  • 4 cup chicken breasts

Preparation

Baking Directions:

Combine the spinach, pine nuts, lemon juice, and lemon peel in a processor.

With the machine running, gradually add 1/3 cup of the oil, blending until the mixture is creamy.

Transfer the spinach mixture to a medium bowl.

Stir in the Parmesan cheese.

Season the pesto with salt and pepper, to taste.

Prepare the barbecue (medium-high heat).

Lighty oil the grill rack.

Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper.

Grill the chicken until just cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.

Spread the pesto over the center of each plate.

Top with the chicken and serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 8 minutesEase of preparation: easy

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