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  • Pesto Chicken Marinade

    Pesto chicken marinade
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    Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition
    Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition
    Preparation 10 min
    Cooking 20 min
    Refrigeration 4 to 6 h
    Freezing 0 min
    4 to 6 servings
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    Pesto Chicken Marinade

    The Best Pesto Marinade

    Who doesn’t like the classic pesto chicken? This popular combination can be served with a fresh and tasty salad or simply with pastas.

    If you’re looking to save some time, do not hesitate to use your favourite shop-bought pesto. Otherwise, an homemade pesto made with fresh herbs is always an excellent choice for this delicious chicken marinade!

    For more marinade ideas, check out our 10 best chicken marinades article!

    SIMPLY DELICIOUS: Do you just love pesto? You must try this pesto and avocado arancinis. They’re too good!

    Bon
    à savoir

    Just what is pesto?

    Pesto is a basic preparation of Italian origin. It is traditionally made with basil, parmesan cheese, garlic, olive oil, pine nuts, and salt.

    Nowadays, the ingredients vary. It sometimes contain parsley, aragula, different cheeses, and a variety of nuts. Find the combination that appeals the most to you! In any case, all types of pesto are great to make BPT’s chicken marinade!

  • Ingredients

      Pesto marinade

    Preparation

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      Chicken marinade

Nutritional Information

  • Calories
    390 Kcal
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    Calories are units of energy. They represent a measurable quantity of energy brought by a food. Your energetic needs depend on your age, height, weight, gender and how active you are. The average need ranges around 2000 calories/day. A higher or inferior intake might affect your weight.
  • Lipids
    28.1 g
    43 % DV
    Lipids (fats) are essential to your body. They are an important source of energy. However, an excessive consumption is associated with weight gain and higher risks of chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular problems. Unsaturated fats are preferable to saturated or trans fats.
  • Saturated fats
    2.1 g
    11 % DV
    Saturated fats, commonly known as “bad fats”, are mostly found in processed foods and in some products of animal origin. If consumed in excess, they can have adverse effects on cardiovascular health, including increases in LDL-cholesterol levels. Try to eat better lipids such as those found in fish, nuts, oilseeds, and oils!
  • Cholesterol
    82 mg
    27 % DV
    Your body mainly uses cholesterol to produce hormones. It is only found in foods of animal origin such as meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products. However, dietary cholesterol has little to no influence on your cholesterol level compared to saturated and trans fats.
  • Sodium
    51 mg
    2 % DV
    In small quantities, sodium is an essential nutrient for your body. However, you probably eat too much of it without even being aware, and this overconsumption can have adverse effects on your health. Indeed, excess sodium targets organs and can lead to hypertension.
  • Carbohydrates
    4 g
    1 % DV
    Carbohydrates are a good source of energy. They are your brain’s main source of fuel for all functions. The carbohydrate group is divided into simple and complex sugars, fibers, and starches. Carbohydrates are mostly found in fruits, dairy products, baked goods, pastries, sweets, cereals, and legumes. It is recommended to not eat high quantities of added sugars. Limit your intake to 50 g/day.
  • Fibers
    2 g
    8 % DV
    Fibers have many health benefits. They are divided into two types: soluble and insoluble fibers. Soluble fibers can reduce your cholesterol level and help regulate glycemia (blood sugar levels). As for insoluble fibers, they increase stool bulk and regulate bowel function. Since they slow down the digestion process, they promote satiety, which contributes to appetite and weight control. You should consume at least 30 g everyday.
  • Proteins
    28 g
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    Protein has different roles in your body. They are essential to muscle, blood, and even skin development! In fact, protein build most of your bodily structures. They also provide all the amino acids your body needs to make neurotransmitters, new molecules, enzymes, and even certain hormones!
Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition

Recipe developed with passion and good humor by:

Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition

Se démarquant par son authenticité et son dynamisme, Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. en nutrition, vulgarise la science de la nutrition et développe de savoureuses recettes. À travers ses nombreux projets entrepreneuriaux, Hubert adore voyager, la bonne bouffe, le bon vin et fréquenter de bonnes adresses gourmandes.

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