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Pesto Chicken Kababs

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How to Make Pesto Chicken Kababs

A quick and easy recipe, these kababs offer a great source of protein. Serve over quinoa or cauliflower rice and pair with side salad for a complete, balanced meal.


20 min prep time


7 min cook time


4servings


2 Kababs

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Step-By-Step Instructions:

  1. Soak the bamboo skewers in warm water for at least 30 minutes.

  2. Preheat an indoor or outdoor grill.

  3. While the skewers are soaking, blend the olive oil, garlic, basil, pine nuts, black pepper, and parmesan cheese in a blender or food processor.

  4. Thread alternating pieces of chicken, zucchini, and tomato onto the soaked skewers, using 3 pieces of chicken, 3 pieces of zucchini, and 3 tomatoes.

  5. Brush the kabobs with the basil mixture, coating well.

  6. Grill the kabobs about 7 minutes, brushing with the basil mixture until it is all used. Turn the kabobs frequently until the chicken is cooked through and reaches 165 degrees F.

Low Carb
Mediterranean
Grilling
Budget Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Quick & Easy
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Nutrition facts

4 Servings



  • Serving Size

    2 Kababs


  • Amount per serving



    Calories





    300

  • % Daily value*

  • Total Fat
    13g

    17%

    • Saturated Fat
      2g

      10%
    • Trans Fats
      0g

  • Cholesterol
    105mg

    35%

  • Sodium
    120mg

    5%

  • Total Carbohydrate
    9g

    3%

    • Dietary Fiber
      2g

      7%
    • Total Sugars
      5g

  • Protein
    36g

  • Potassium
    1031mg
    22%

Ingredients

black pepper
1/8 tsp

pine nuts (toasted)
1/4 cup

garlic (minced)
2 clove

fresh packed basil leaves ((1 bunch of basil))
1 cup

olive oil
1 tbsp

bamboo skewers
8

Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
2 tbsp

boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 24 cubes)
1 1/4 lbs

zucchini (cut into 24 pieces)
2 med

cherry tomatoes
24 whole

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