Best 6 Chicken With Lemon Thyme Pesto Recipes
Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Lemon Thyme Pesto Chicken, a delectable dish that captures the essence of freshness and zest. This culinary masterpiece features succulent chicken breasts marinated in a vibrant blend of lemon, thyme, garlic, and olive oil, infusing each bite with a burst of citrusy goodness. Accompanying the chicken is a vibrant lemon thyme pesto, a vibrant sauce crafted from fresh thyme, fragrant lemon zest, nutty Parmesan cheese, and extra virgin olive oil, adding a layer of herbal complexity and a vibrant green hue. Our collection also includes a delightful Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Chicken, a savory dish where sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and pine nuts come together to create a robust and flavorful pesto.
For those who prefer a creamy indulgence, our Creamy Pesto Chicken is a delightful choice, featuring a creamy pesto sauce infused with basil, Parmesan cheese, and cream, enveloping tender chicken breasts in a luscious and comforting blanket of flavor. And for a touch of Mediterranean flair, our Pesto Chicken Pasta will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean, combining succulent chicken, vibrant pesto, and al dente pasta in a harmonious union of flavors.
LEMON AND THYME GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS
These classic herb and lemon-seasoned chicken breasts will win over fans, especially when cooked over charcoal to give them the deepest, smokiest taste. For dark meat lovers, this recipe will also work with boneless, skinless thighs, though you might have to add a minute or so to the cooking time. Or use a combination of breasts and thighs and make everyone happy.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories barbecues, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts between two sheets of parchment or plastic wrap. Using a mallet or rolling pin, pound each to an even thickness of 1/2 inch. Do not make them any thinner or they could dry out.
- Place chicken in a large bowl and toss with salt, pepper, thyme, garlic and the zest and juice of 1 lemon. Mix in olive oil. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours. Remove chicken from fridge while you heat the grill.
- Light the grill, building a hot fire, or heat your gas grill to high. Once grill is fully heated, brush breasts lightly with olive oil and place chicken on the grill. Cook until undersides are browned and chicken is about halfway cooked, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip breasts and grill until cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes more.
- Transfer chicken to a platter. Drizzle with oil and garnish with additional lemon juice, olive oil and basil or mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 282, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 496 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
LEMON THYME CHICKEN
Buttered onions are a great addition to this easy lemon chicken recipe. Best of all, it takes only a few minutes to brown the lightly breaded chicken on the stove top. -Kay Shimonek, Corsicana, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine flour, salt and pepper. Set aside 4-1/2 teaspoons for sauce. Sprinkle remaining flour mixture over both sides of chicken. , In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook until juices run clear, 7-9 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm. , In the same pan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in thyme and reserved flour mixture until blended. Gradually stir in broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from bottom of pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve over chicken. Sprinkle with thyme.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 647mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN WITH LEMON THYME PESTO
Make and share this Chicken with Lemon Thyme Pesto recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Polar Bear
Categories Chicken
Time 1h50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- If desired, skin chicken.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- In a food processor or blender combine lemon thyme and pistachio nuts; cover and process or blend with several on/off turns until finely chopped.
- With procesor or blender running, gradually drizzle in oil, stopping to scrape down sides as necessary.
- Stir in freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Set aside.
- For a charcoal grill, arrange medium hot coals around a drip pan.
- Test for medium heat above pan.
- Place chicken, bone side down, on a grill rack over drip pan.
- For gas grill place chicken adjacent to heat source.
- Cover and grill for 50 to 60 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink (instant read thermometer reads 180°C for breasts or 180°C for thighs and drumsticks), turning chicken and brushing with half the pesto during the last 5 minutes of grillling.
- Reserve remaining pesto for another use.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 562.6, Fat 46.8, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 120.8, Sodium 113.2, Carbohydrate 2.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.8, Protein 32.1
CHICKEN AND PASTA WITH LEMON PESTO
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Steps:
- Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 808 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 156 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 46 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Sodium 603 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 52 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
LEMON PESTO CHICKEN
This easy Lemon Pesto Chicken recipe is a brainless crowd-pleaser! Cook on the grill, in a slow cooker, or bake in the oven for endless healthy dinner options!
Provided by Kate
Categories Main Course
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Roll lemons on cutting board to activate juices. Squeeze juice from two lemons, should be approximately 1/4 cup lemon juice.
- Whisk pesto, lemon juice and black pepper.
- Place chicken in marinade (be sure it is thoroughly coated), cover, and refrigerate for 2 -24 hours. Remove from refrigeration.
- To bake: Pour marinade and chicken into glass baking dish. Bake at 400 for 20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165.
- To slow cook: Pour marinade and chicken into slow cooker. Cook on low for 6 hours.
- To grill: Place chicken breast cutlets on grill over low heat. Grill 5-6 minutes on each side, brushing with marinade after turning.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 52 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 10 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 4 ounces, Sodium 122 grams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams unsaturated fat
LEMON PESTO BAKED CHICKEN
Even if you don't think you like traditional pesto, this meal is a must-try! You'll love it. The bright and fresh flavors meld for a perfect balance of flavor. All-natural boneless skinless chicken breasts are smothered in a lemon pesto sauce and ready to throw in the oven for a tasty, healthy, and "fancy" baked chicken meal. Enjoy over Organic Pasta and finish it off with a deep green salad for a beautiful dinner that everyone will enjoy.
Provided by Friends Foodies
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 50m
Yield 4 breasts, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place chicken, pesto and lemon juice into a large zip tight freezer bag.
- Remove air from bag and close.
- With your hands massage bag to combine chicken, pesto and lemon juice. Set aside.
- Load cheese into a small freezer safe zip top bag. Squeeze out air and close.
- (This is an optional step to keep everything together). Take another large zip tight freezer bag and place both the chicken and the cheese bags inside. Remove air and close.
- Label outer bag using a permanent marker with contents, date assembled and cooking instructions.
- Freeze.
- Remove contents from outer bag.
- Place cheese bag in the refrigerator.
- In the refrigerator thaw bag of Lemon Pesto Chicken over night.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- When thawed place Lemon Pesto Chicken into a 9x13-inch casserole dish and cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, covered.
- Remove foil and sprinkle cheese on the top of the chicken.
- Bake for 5 minutes.
- Turn broiler on high and broil for 5 minutes.
- Serve over pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.7, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 86.6, Sodium 228.2, Carbohydrate 43.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.9, Protein 35.6
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh thyme and lemon zest.
- If you don't have pesto on hand, you can easily make your own by following a simple recipe.
- To ensure that the chicken is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check that it has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
This chicken with lemon thyme pesto is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is juicy and tender, while the pesto adds a bright and tangy flavor. Serve this dish with your favorite sides for a complete meal that everyone will enjoy.
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