Description
A lighter, protein-forward version of the classic Margherita pizza featuring grilled chicken, juicy tomatoes, melty mozzarella, and fresh basil.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pound to even thickness)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Olive oil (for the sauce and grill grates)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and clean the grates.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper after patting dry.
- Grill the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Make the lemon-garlic sauce by whisking together lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil.
- Add halved tomatoes, mozzarella, and pesto on top of each chicken breast.
- Melt the cheese by closing the grill for about 1 minute.
- Serve the chicken with the lemon-garlic sauce and fresh basil on top.
Notes
Pound chicken to an even thickness for best cooking results. Use a thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian