Chicken Margherita W Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Recipes

MARGHERITA CHICKEN

Steps:

• Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a large bowl, combine vinaigrette and garlic. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate 30 minutes. Drain and discard marinade. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper., On a lightly greased grill rack, grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 5 minutes. Turn; top with marinara, basil, tomatoes, artichokes, onions and cheese. Cover and cook until chicken is no longer pink and cheese is melted, 5-6 minutes.

CHICKEN WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO DRESSING

Steps:

• Using sharp knife, make 2 or 3 slashes in each piece of chicken.
• Place chicken in a large plastic bag, then pour dressing overtop chicken.
• Sprinkle with garlic, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
• Seal bag and shake or massage bag to mix spices and evenly coat chicken.
• Refrigerate chicken in the bag with marinade at least 1 hour (preferably overnight) When ready to cook, heat barbeque to medium heat.
• Remove chicken from marinade and pour remaining marinade into a small bowl.
• Barbeque with lid closed 10 minutes.
• Brush tops of chicken with remaining marinade, then turn chicken.
• Turn chicken occasionally, while grilling 20 to 30 minutes.
• Before serving sprinkle with basil.
• Can be done in the oven at 350 degrees for approximately.
• 40-45 min depending on size of chicken pieces.

GRILLED CHICKEN MARGHERITA

Steps:

• Gently pound chicken breasts into even thickness using the smooth side of a meat mallet, about 1/2 inch thick. Place chicken into a resealable plastic bag.
• Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt in a small bowl. Pour over chicken, coat evenly, and marinate for 4 to 8 hours.
• Combine cherry tomatoes, basil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat; lightly oil the grate.
• Remove chicken from marinade and grill with the lid closed for 4 minutes. Flip chicken and grill an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Top each breast with a slice of mozzarella cheese and 1 tablespoon of pesto, then top with cherry tomatoes. Close lid on grill and continue grilling until cheese is melted and chicken is no longer pink inside, about 3 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Using a spatula, carefully remove chicken to a serving platter.

CHICKEN MARGHERITA W/ SUN-DRIED TOMATO VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• 1. In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, saute mushrooms until they have reduced in size. You can add a little salt and pepper to help season them at this point, if desired.
• 2. While mushrooms are sauteing, start large pot of water and bring to a boil. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and sprinkle just a little salt over them.
• 3. Once the mushrooms have reduced in size, add the spinach and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes.
• 4. Cook pasta according to package and drain. Reserve 1/2 cup of water from the pasta water.
• 5. Add garlic and roasted red peppers to the mushroom/spinach mixture. Add the 1/2 cup of pasta water and reduce to medium-low heat.
• 6. Once most of the water has evaporated, add the chicken and basil. Simmer for about 7 minutes.
• 7. Add vinaigrette and mozzarella cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted. Add the tomatoes and cover the skillet. Simmer for approximately 5 minutes. Serve warm over pasta.