Kenyon Recipe | Grilled Chicken Parmesan

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Grilled Chicken Parmesan

Try this lighter version of traditional Chicken Parm on the grill tonight. Serve it alongside pasta, mashed potatoes or a salad for a super easy and quick dinner, just the recipe you need for those busy weekdays!

Nov 9 - 15m cook

Prep time:

10m

Cook time

15m

Total time

25m

Makes

4ppl

Ingredients
Instructions

thin sliced chicken cutlets (about 1lbs total)

prepared basil pesto

2 tbsp

garlic, minced/pressed

2 cloves

jarred marinara sauce

1/2 cup

shredded mozzarella cheese

1 cup

shredded parmesan cheese

1/3 cup

In a gallon-size zip top bag, combine the chicken, pesto, garlic, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Close the bag and shake the coat the chicken in the pesto and garlic. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes but up to 4 hours – in the refrigerator.

When ready to cook, preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4 to 5 minutes* on each side.

Spoon a generous tablespoon of marinara over each checking breast and top with the mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Close the lid and allow the cheese to melt. Pour the remaining marinara over the bottom of a serving dish and layer the chicken on top once it is cooked through.

TIP

*The cook time of the chicken will vary based on the thickness of the cutlets. I always suggest using a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F to ensure doneness.