Enjoy the tastes of Virginia with this tasty pairing that features Virginia Viognier from Williamsburg Winery. The wine goes well with the grilled chicken because it has a crisp acidity and floral notes. The cherry tomatoes and olives add a Mediterranean twist to the dish.
Ingredients: 1 bottle Williamsburg Winery Virginia Viognier. 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved. 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped. 1 lemon, sliced. 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze.
Instructions: Warm the grill up to a medium-high level. Add salt and pepper to the chicken breasts and brush them with olive oil. Chicken should be cooked all the way through after being grilled for 6 to 8 minutes on each side. Put cherry tomatoes, olives, and basil in a bowl and mix them together. Add the olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Place the grilled chicken on a platter and cover it with the tomato and olive mixture. Add the balsamic glaze to the chicken and top it with lemon slices. Serve right away with a chilled glass of Virginia Viognier from Williamsburg Winery.