Pesto Chicken Kabobs (Whole30 Paleo Keto)
Pesto Chicken Kabobs (Whole30 Paleo Keto) - fresh mixed herb pesto brightens up chicken in this Whole30 Paleo friendly recipe. Super simple recipe for summer time grilling!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 343kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast cut into chunks
- 1/3 -1/2 cup Mixed Herb Pesto see recipe below or link in notes
MIxed Herb Pesto
- 1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
- 1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
- 3 tablespoons walnuts
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/3 cup olive oil or avocado oil
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Make the pesto: in a food processor, combine herbs, walnuts, and garlic. Pulse until combined. Slowly add oil while pulsing, until combined well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Marinate chicken in pesto for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours, the longer the better!)
- Thread chicken onto skewers, adding cherry tomatoes or other veggies if desired. Place kabobs on heated grill, turning throughout cooking, until chicken is cooked through.
Notes
Click here for Mixed Herb Pesto Recipe
If using bamboo skewers, soak in warm water prior for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning.
Nutrition
Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 135mg | Potassium: 491mg | Vitamin A: 575IU | Vitamin C: 7.8mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1.1mg