Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to less than 1 inch thickness)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ((OR ½ teaspoon dried oregano + ¼ teaspoon dried basil + ¼ teaspoon dried thyme))
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup basil pesto
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup packed basil leaves (very thinly sliced)
  • cracked black pepper

Instruction

  • In a large bowl combine chicken, salt and pepper, olive oil, garlic power, and Italian seasoning. Toss to combine.
  • Grill chicken over medium-high heat for about 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through. Top each piece of chicken with a slice of mozzarella cheese and cook another minute or so until melted.
  • Toss tomatoes, lemon juice, and basil together. Top each chicken breast with about 3 tablespoons pesto, a scoop of tomatoes, and some freshly cracked black pepper. Serve immediately.