Grilled Chicken Margarita

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I found this recipe on Pinterest.  It is a great recipe.

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INGREDIENTS

·         4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to less than 1 inch thickness

·         salt and pepper to taste

·         2 tablespoons olive oil

·         1 teaspoon garlic powder

·         1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (OR ½ teaspoon dried oregano + ¼ teaspoon dried basil + ¼ teaspoon dried thyme)

·         4 slices mozzarella cheese

·         ½ cup basil pesto (try my easy 5 minute pesto recipe - it's the best!!)

·         ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

·         1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

·         ¼ cup packed basil leaves, very thinly sliced

·         cracked black pepper

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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.

3.    Toss tomatoes, lemon juice, and basil together. Top each chicken breast with about 3 tablespoons pesto, a scoop of tomatoes, and some freshly cracked black pepper. Serve immediately.