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Grilled Chicken Margherita Olive Garden –Best Healthy

amanda
A lighter Italian-inspired favorite with grilled chicken, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil pesto — simple, fresh, and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Quick Healthy Chicken Recipes
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 slices fresh mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons basil pesto
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: steamed zucchini or broccoli on the side

Instructions
 

  • Pound chicken breasts to even thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side or until done. Set aside.
  • In the same pan, sauté garlic in a bit of oil for 30 seconds. Add lemon juice and a splash of water. Simmer for 1 minute, then turn off heat.
  • Place cooked chicken on a baking tray. Top with mozzarella and cherry tomatoes. Broil for 2–3 minutes, just until cheese melts.
  • Drizzle pesto over the top. Spoon lemon garlic sauce around the plate or over the chicken.
  • Plate with a side of broccoli or zucchini. Serve hot.

Notes

For keto-friendly or low-carb options, reduce cherry tomatoes and lemon sauce, and pair with steamed broccoli or zucchini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breast with toppingsCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 50gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 850mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Keyword grilled chicken, keto, low carb, margherita, mozzarella, olive garden, pesto
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