Best 2 Pesto Chicken Kebabs With Roasted Veg Pasta Recipes

**Tantalize your taste buds with a vibrant culinary journey featuring succulent pesto chicken kebabs and a flavorful roasted vegetable pasta.**

Embark on a delightful culinary adventure with this delectable duo of pesto chicken kebabs and roasted vegetable pasta. The succulent chicken, marinated in a vibrant pesto sauce, is skewered and grilled to perfection, delivering a tender and juicy bite. Roasted vegetables, bursting with natural sweetness and smoky undertones, accompany the kebabs, creating a symphony of flavors. A vibrant and colorful roasted vegetable pasta, tossed in a rich tomato sauce and sprinkled with herbs, completes this tantalizing meal. Prepare to indulge in a feast that tantalizes your taste buds and leaves you craving more.

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PESTO CHICKEN KABOBS

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Delicious, moist and flavorful. I prefer using homemade pesto, but store-bought will do if necessary. This is sure to become a family favorite! Serve with lemon wedges. This recipe was made in a Panasonic CIO.

Provided by Christina

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Panasonic

Time P1DT26m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup pesto
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
12 cherry tomatoes
12 red onion chunks
6 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 20 minutes
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Combine chicken pieces, pesto, and lemon juice in a gallon-size resealable plastic bag; seal bag and toss to coat evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
Thread chicken, tomatoes, and onion alternately onto skewers. Season with salt and pepper.
Preheat Panasonic Countertop Induction Oven to Medium-High on the "Grill" setting.
Place the skewers into the grill pan and set the timer for 3 minutes.
Turn skewers and cook another 3 to 4 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Allow to rest for about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 84.6 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 37.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 584.8 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

GRILLED PESTO CHICKEN KABOBS

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Pesto can sometimes be overpowering, but not in this recipe! Using it in a marinade adds the wonderful flavors of basil and garlic, without taking away from the natural flavors of the chicken and vegetables.

Provided by Kim's Cooking Now

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

¼ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cooking sherry
2 tablespoons prepared pesto
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 (8 ounce) package mushrooms
1 small zucchini, cut into chunks
1 medium red onion, cut into chunks
12 grape tomatoes
6 metal skewers

Steps:

Whisk oil, sherry, pesto, lemon juice, salt, and pepper together in a glass bowl. Add chicken pieces and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours to overnight.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Thread marinated chicken, mushrooms, zucchini, red onion, and tomatoes alternately onto skewers. Reserve remaining marinade.
Place kabobs onto the preheated grill, and cook, turning occasionally and brushing with the reserved marinade, until chicken is cooked and juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 66.3 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 327.3 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Tips:

To make the pesto, use fresh basil leaves for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but the flavor will be less intense.
You can use any type of chicken for this recipe, but boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs work best.
To make the roasted vegetables, use a variety of vegetables that you like. Some good options include broccoli, carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers.
To make the pasta, use a short pasta shape, such as penne or rotini.
If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken and vegetables in a skillet over medium heat.

Conclusion:

This pesto chicken kebabs with roasted veg pasta recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. The kebabs are flavorful and juicy, and the roasted vegetables are tender and flavorful. The pasta is a great way to round out the meal and soak up all the delicious juices from the chicken and vegetables. If you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal that the whole family will love, this recipe is a great option.