Best 7 Garlic Grilled Chicken With Pesto Zucchini Ribbons Recipes

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Are you craving a delectable and wholesome dinner that combines the savory flavors of garlic grilled chicken with refreshing pesto zucchini ribbons? Look no further! This article will guide you through the culinary journey of creating a delectable dish that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your family and friends. Embark on a flavor-filled adventure as we unveil the secrets of perfectly grilled chicken infused with garlic's aromatic essence, complemented by vibrant zucchini ribbons tossed in a tantalizing homemade pesto sauce. Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors that will elevate your dining experience to new heights.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GRILLED GARLIC CHICKEN



Grilled Garlic Chicken image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h57m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 (4-pound) chickens, cut into 8 pieces, backbone removed
1 bunch scallions, minced
6 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped
2 cups orange juice
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Serving suggestion: Grilled Summer Vegetables and Corn, recipe follows
2 eggplants, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 red onion, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 plum tomatoes, cut in 1/2, lengthwise
6 ears corn, shucked
Olive oil
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place the chicken pieces in 1 or 2 large re-sealable plastic bags and add the rest of the ingredients. Seal the bag and shake to mix. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Heat grill to medium heat, or until the coals are lightly covered with ash. Oil the grill.
  • Cook the chicken, skin side up, for 20 minutes. Turn the pieces and cook an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted reaches 155 degrees and the chicken is fork-tender and the juices run clear when a thigh is pricked with a fork. (It should measure 180 degrees F on an instant read thermometer). Alternately, roast the chicken in a preheated 400 degree F oven for 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Serve 1 bird hot and reserve the other for Days 2 and 3.
  • Brush the vegetables with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Place everything on the grill over medium heat and cook, turning frequently, for 10 to 15 minutes, or until fork tender. Serve hot, reserving 1/3 of the vegetables for Day 2 and two ears of corn for Day 3.

CHICKEN PESTO AND ZUCCHINI "PASTA" RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Pesto And Zucchini

Here's what you need: fresh basil, grated parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, lemon, salt, pepper, olive oil, oil, zucchinis, cherry tomato, boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups fresh basil
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
½ cup pine nuts
2 cloves garlic
½ lemon, juiced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup olive oil
oil
3 zucchinis
1 cup cherry tomato
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Pulse until smooth texture. Set aside.
  • With a vegetable peeler, shave ribbons of the zucchini until you reach the seeds. Set aside.
  • Slice the cherry tomatoes and set aside.
  • Heat a 4-quart jumbo cooker over medium-high. Add a little oil, the chicken breasts, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is cooked through and browned on all surfaces.
  • Turn off the heat and add the cherry tomatoes, pesto, and zucchini ribbons. Toss until well combined and heated through.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 677 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 37 grams, Sugar 6 grams

GARLIC CHICKEN AND ZUCCHINI



Garlic Chicken and Zucchini image

Chunks of chicken and zucchini are quickly browned in a skillet, then tossed with grated Parmesan cheese, and served with hot cooked rice for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.

Provided by Bird's Eye

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Birds Eye®

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-sized chunks
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (12 ounce) bag Birds Eye® Recipe Ready Sliced Zucchini
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with 1 tablespoon olive oil and garlic in large bowl. Season, if desired, with salt and black pepper. Preheat large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken mixture, stirring occasionally, 6 minutes or until golden brown.* Remove chicken; set aside.
  • In same skillet heat remaining oil and cook Recipe Ready Sliced Zucchini, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until tender and starting to brown. Add back chicken and toss to heat through. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and, if desired, chopped parsley. Serve with hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 71.4 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 103.8 mg

GRILLED PESTO-MARINATED CHICKEN



Grilled Pesto-Marinated Chicken image

This moist and flavorful chicken is as easy as it is satisfying! Perfect with a green salad, rice, or pasta.

Provided by SunnyDaysNora

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 8h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (6 ounce) jar prepared pesto (such as Barilla® Rustic Basil Pesto)
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 ounces lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
4 chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Mix together pesto, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, pepper, and salt in a 1-gallon resealable freezer bag. Add chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill over indirect heat until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 to 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 83.7 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 33.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 772.6 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

GARLIC-GRILLED CHICKEN WITH PESTO ZUCCHINI RIBBONS



Garlic-Grilled Chicken with Pesto Zucchini Ribbons image

The first time I substituted zucchini noodles for regular pasta, it was because I was trying to reduce carbohydrates and calories. Now I make them because we love the flavor and texture they bring to dishes. This dish is just as delicious if you substitute shrimp for the chicken. -Suzanne Banfield, Basking Ridge, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
ZUCCHINI MIXTURE:
4 large zucchini (about 2-1/2 pounds)
1/4 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 cup prepared pesto
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the first five ingredients. Add chicken; turn to coat. Let stand 15 minutes., Meanwhile, for noodles, trim ends of zucchini. Using a cheese slicer or vegetable peeler, cut zucchini lengthwise into long thin slices. Cut zucchini on all sides, as if peeling a carrot, until the seeds become visible. Discard seeded portion or save for another use., Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°. Remove from grill; keep warm., In a large nonstick skillet, heat tomatoes and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, salt, pepper flakes and pepper; cook and stir 30 seconds. Add zucchini; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove from heat. Stir in pesto., Cut chicken into slices. Serve with zucchini noodles. Top with mozzarella.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 636mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 44g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CARROT & ZUCCHINI RIBBONS WITH PESTO



Carrot & Zucchini Ribbons With Pesto image

The vegetables are sliced into long strands and mixed with pesto for this pretty, summery dish. From The Classic Vegetarian Cookbook.

Provided by Enjolinfam

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large carrots, peeled
2 zucchini, medium to large
2 tablespoons pesto sauce
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cut the carrots and zucchini into long, fine strands or ribbons by drawing a vegetable peeler down the length of them.
  • Pour 1/2 inch of boiling water into a saucepan and add the carrots. Cover the pan, and half-boil, half-steam the carrots over moderate heat for 2-3 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook for 1-2 minutes longer (zucchini cook quickly; don't let them become waterlogged). Drain.
  • Transfer the vegetables to a bowl, add the pesto and a little seasoning, mix well, and serve at once.

GRILLED CHICKEN RIGATONI WITH PESTO ALFREDO SAUCE



Grilled Chicken Rigatoni With Pesto Alfredo Sauce image

This is one of my favorites. Great with a crusty loaf of french bread! Would also be tasty with shrimp or scallops instead of the chicken. You can adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your liking. The cooking time is for the rigatoni. I give directions for grilling the chicken with an indoor grill, but you can grill or cook the chicken any way you prefer.

Provided by ChipotleChick

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups 2% low-fat milk
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons flour
6 tablespoons fresh grated parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon white pepper (or black)
1/4 cup prepared pesto sauce
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup dry julienned sun-dried tomato
1 tomatoes, chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 lb rigatoni pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the rigatoni according to package directions. Drain, place back in the pot, and stir in the olive oil (to avoid sticking).
  • Grill the chicken breasts on an indoor grill, 6 minutes per side or until juices run clear. Cut into strips.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Slowly whisk in the flour until smooth and pasty.
  • Add milk gradually, whisking well after each small addition, then until no clumps can be seen.
  • Add the sundried tomatoes.
  • Heat over medium, whisking constantly, until heated and thick (sauce will thicken the more you cook it).
  • Add the pesto sauce and mix well.
  • Sprinkle the parmesan in, and whisk.
  • Add the crushed garlic,chopped tomato, white (or black) pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Remove from heat, and add salt to taste.
  • Pour over rigatoni, mix and serve!

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. Fresh garlic, basil, and zucchini will give your dish the best flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the grill. If you overcrowd the grill, the chicken and zucchini will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from burning.
  • Flip the chicken and zucchini halfway through cooking. This will help to ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. The chicken is done cooking when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving. This will help to keep the chicken juicy.

Conclusion:

Garlic Grilled Chicken with Pesto Zucchini Ribbons is a delicious and healthy dinner recipe that is perfect for summer. The chicken is grilled to perfection and the zucchini ribbons are tender and flavorful. The pesto adds a delicious layer of flavor to the dish. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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