Grilled Pesto Chicken Skewers
This Grilled Pesto Chicken Skewers packs 58g protein and 555 calories per serving — enough to anchor a full meal on its own. Quick-preps just 2 servings on the stovetop, making it ideal for couples or dual-serving prep days. Built to help you hit aggressive protein targets while keeping preparation time under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(454g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Basil Pesto, Prepared(120g)
- •Tomato, Cherry
- •Vegetable oil
- •Cheese, Mozzarella, Fresh
Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.
- •Basil Pesto, Prepared(15g)
Instructions
- 1In a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces and 1/2 cup pesto. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight. If using wooden skewers, place in water to soak for at least 30 minutes. Place mozzarella balls in a small bowl and toss with remaining 1 tablespoon pesto. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Let both the chicken and the mozzarella stand at room temperature 20 minutes prior to grilling.
- 2When ready to cook, preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium. Thread the chicken and tomatoes onto the skewers, alternating as you go. Lightly brush the grill with canola oil to prevent sticking. Cook skewers for 3 minutes on one side, then turn and continue grilling until chicken is cooked through, about 1-2 additional minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature with mozzarella balls.
Nutrition — Per Serving
555
calories
58g
protein
31g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 7g
- Saturated fat
- 6.0g
- Sodium
- 509 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.2g
2 servings per batch · ~295g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Grilled Pesto Chicken Skewers have per serving?
Each serving contains 58g of protein with 555 calories, delivering a high protein-to-calorie ratio ideal for muscle-building phases. The macro split is 31g fat and 7g carbs, making this a fat-forward option.
How long does Grilled Pesto Chicken Skewers take to prep?
This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 2 servings, making it efficient for a single meal or light dinner prep. Since it's stovetop-based, you're looking at minimal total time from start to plate.
Is Grilled Pesto Chicken Skewers good for muscle gain?
At 58g protein per serving, this recipe is well-suited for muscle gain where daily protein intake is the priority. The calorie density supports a slight surplus while maintaining lean gains.
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