Grilled Chicken Margherita

Easy, healthy grilled chicken margherita topped with melted mozzarella cheese, pesto, and tomato basil garnish.

INGREDIENTS:

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

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a large bowl combine chicken, salt and pepper, olive oil, garlic power, and Italian seasoning. Toss to combine.
2. 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.

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