Chicken Pesto Kabobs

Grilled chicken skewers with homemade basil pesto drizzled on top. Served these Chicken Pesto Kabobs with homemade flatbread, lettuce and tomato. This is one meal you're going to want to serve over and over again this summer or maybe all year long. Let me show you how easy dinner can be with another chicken cutlet recipe.

This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2014 with new photos, information and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!

Chicken Pesto Kabobs is an easy recipe that's perfect to add to your Weekly Meal Plan. It's another one of my Family Favorite Chicken Recipes that's ready in 30 minutes.

Now that the warmer months are here, it seems only natural to be looking for grilled chicken recipes. I don't know about you, but at the end of a long day of work, the last thing I want to do is stand over a hot stove cooking dinner.

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• Bamboo skewers - make sure you soak them for at least 30 minutes before adding the chicken cubes and grilling.
• Metal Kebab Skewers - these are great to use in place of bamboo skewers, but they will be hot when they cook, so make sure you use a pot holder when removing them from the grill.
• Digital Meat Thermometer - always check the internal temperature of chicken so it doesn't overcook or lose moisture.

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Main Ingredients Needed

Exact measurements are listed below in the recipe card. Make sure you scroll down to print and save the recipe for later!

• 1-½ to 2 lbs skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes.
• ½ cup bottled or homemade basil pesto sauce
• Homemade Flatbread Recipe for serving
• Lettuce, tomato and fresh lime slices for serving

Step-by-Step Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

Place the chicken on a cutting board that's been covered with a piece of parchment paper. Then slice the chicken into cubes.

Prep-Ahead Tip: You can do this step early in the morning before you leave for work and keep covered in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.

Step 2: Prepare the Wooden Skewers

• Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread chicken on to the wooden skewers. Brush the chicken pieces lightly with a little vegetable oil.
• Place the chicken skewers on the grill and close the grill lid. Allow the chicken to cook for about 7 minutes.
• Then carefully flip the chicken skewers. Allow the chicken to cook for an additional seven minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°, test with a digital meat thermometer.

Step 3: Serving Tips

• Place the chicken skewers on a serving platter, drizzle with the fresh basil pesto sauce and serve with tomatoes, lettuce and fresh lime slices.
• We love to take the chicken off the skewers and eat wrapped in warm homemade flatbread.
• The perfect side dish might be this summer pesto pasta salad.

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What should I serve with chicken kabobs?

Chicken Pesto Kabobs are perfect to serve just like this. Especially on a hot summer night. But for some family members, you might need an additional side dish or two.

You could definitely grill vegetables along with the chicken, however, I would add them separately to their own skewers. Chicken and vegetables cook at different times.

Check out my list of Side Dishes for Chicken Cutlet Recipes. I know you'll find something easy and delicious to prepare to go with Chicken Pesto Kabobs from the list.

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