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Grilled chicken breasts topped with fresh basil pesto on a white plate, garnished with basil leaves and drizzled with sauce. This flavorful pesto marinated chicken is perfect for quick dinners and features a vibrant chicken with pesto sauce made from a simple basil pesto chicken recipe—an easy favorite among healthy chicken pesto meals.

Basil Pesto Chicken Marinade

A fresh and zesty pesto marinade for chicken packed with basil and lemon for bold, herb-filled flavor.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1/3 cup prepared basil pesto
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients.
  2. Place raw chicken (breasts, thighs, or drumsticks) in a large freezer-safe zip-top bag.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag and gently move the chicken around to coat evenly.
  4. Remove as much air as possible from the bag before sealing completely.
  5. Lay the bag flat, label it, and freeze for up to 3 months.
  6. To cook: Thaw the chicken in the refrigerator overnight. Discard the marinade and grill the chicken over medium heat until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).

Notes

  1. Amazing on grilled chicken breasts for slicing over pasta or salad.
  2. This marinade is freezer-friendly and works great for meal prep. You can also use it with pork, shrimp, or grilled vegetables.
  • Author: Susan Buonpane
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Marimade

Find it online: https://www.craftingafamily.com/chicken-marinades-freezer-to-grill/

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