Chicken Pesto Cilantro Tenders

Chicken Pesto Cilantro Tenders photo
prep time:
10 min
total time:
2.5 hr
Ann MarieAnn Marie

On a Weber

ingredients

  • 2 tbsp coarsely chopped walnuts
  • 2 medium garlic cloves
  • 1 1/2 cups loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh Italian parsley leaves and tender stems
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 pounds chicken breast tenders
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

directions

  • 1

    To make the marinade: In a food processor, finely chop the walnuts and garlic. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the cilantro, parsley, salt, and pepper and process until finely chopped. With the motor running, slowly add the oil to the create a smooth puree.

  • 2

    Place the chicken in a large, resealable plastic bag and add the marinade. Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly. Turn the bag to distribute the marinade, place in a bowl, and refrigerate for 2 hours.

  • 3

    Remove the chicken from the bag and thread onto skewers. Grill over Direct High heat until the meat is firm and the juices run clear, 6 to 8 minutes, turning once. Serve warm with the lime wedges

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