GRILLED CHICKEN WITH AVOCADO PESTO
Sorry chicken, avocado is the star in this low-carb and protein-packed dish. It helps make a creamy dairy-free pesto that's filled with heart-healthy fats.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare an outdoor grill or a grill pan for medium heat.
- Whisk together 1 tablespoon of the oil and the lemon zest in a large bowl. Add the chicken to the oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Divide the chicken and thread onto metal or bamboo skewers.
- Toast the pine nuts in a small skillet over medium heat, tossing frequently, until light golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Let cool.
- Combine the pine nuts, basil, parsley, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper in a food processor. Process to make a coarse paste. Add the avocado, lemon juice and remaining 3 tablespoons oil and process until mostly smooth.
- Grill the chicken, turning often, until just cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve the chicken dolloped with the pesto and any extra pesto on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 21 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 125 milligrams, Sodium 180 milligrams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 1 grams
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[email protected]This recipe is a great way to change up your grilled chicken routine. The avocado pesto is a unique and flavorful sauce that really takes the chicken to the next level. I will definitely be making this again.
John Hampton
[email protected]I made this recipe with grilled chicken breasts and it was delicious. The avocado pesto was creamy and flavorful, and it complemented the chicken perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Bailey Charlton
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the avocado pesto was delicious. I will definitely be making this again for a special occasion.
Ahmed Elgendy
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of avocado, but I loved this recipe. The avocado pesto was creamy and flavorful, and it didn't overpower the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.
MarcAnthony Martinez
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. The chicken was a hit with everyone and the avocado pesto was the perfect dipping sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Emily Armour
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with rotisserie chicken and it was delicious. The avocado pesto was easy to make and added a lot of flavor to the dish.
Md Rafiq Alam
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the avocado pesto was the perfect sauce. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.
Osthir Boy Siam
[email protected]This recipe was easy to make and the results were amazing. The chicken was moist and tender, and the avocado pesto was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
tola adeseyi
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of chicken with avocado, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the avocado pesto was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Mamatime Mampuru
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to change up your grilled chicken routine. The avocado pesto is a unique and flavorful sauce that really takes the chicken to the next level. I will definitely be making this again.
Ooo Mmm
[email protected]I made this recipe with grilled chicken breasts and it was delicious. The avocado pesto was creamy and flavorful, and it complemented the chicken perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Amod Yonjan
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the avocado pesto was delicious. I will definitely be making this again for a special occasion.
Aquadragon117
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of avocado, but I loved this recipe. The avocado pesto was creamy and flavorful, and it didn't overpower the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.
Mika Nduku
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. The chicken was a hit with everyone and the avocado pesto was the perfect dipping sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Akakulubelwa Mubita
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with rotisserie chicken and it was delicious. The avocado pesto was easy to make and added a lot of flavor to the dish.
Cayden Waterman
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the avocado pesto was the perfect sauce. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.
Rehyan Mirza
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The chicken was moist and tender, and the avocado pesto was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Zariyah Kates
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of chicken, but this dish changed my mind. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the avocado pesto was creamy and delicious.
Skiva Yc
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the avocado pesto was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.