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pesto chicken and tomatoes

(2 ratings)
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Daily Inspiration S
@DailyInspiration
Somewhere, TX

What a wonderful combination of flavors -- this should really "WOW" your family and guests. Recipe is from B H & G

(2 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 50 Min
method Grill

Ingredients For pesto chicken and tomatoes

  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 4
    cloves garlic, minced
  • 6
    roma tomatoes, halved lengthwise
  • 1 1/2 - 2 lb
    meaty chicken pieces (breast halves, thighs, drumsticks)
  • salt and black pepper
  • 3 Tbsp
    butter, softened
  • 3 Tbsp
    basil pesto
  • 2 Tbsp
    chopped walnuts, toasted
  • 2 Tbsp
    finely chopped kalamata olives (optional)

How To Make pesto chicken and tomatoes

  • 1
    In a small bowl, combine oil and garlic. Lightly brush tomatoes; then chicken with garlic oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Discard any remaining garlic oil.
  • 2
    Prepare grill for indirect heat using a drip pan. Place chicken, bone sides down, over drip pan. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat 50- 60 minutes until done. Grill tomatoes the last 6-8 minutes or until heated through - turning once.
  • 3
    Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients.
  • 4
    Remove chicken and tomatoes from grill. Immediately spread chicken and cut sides of tomatoes with pesto mixture.
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