Description
This baked pesto chicken dish is packed with flavor, easy to prepare, and perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the baking dish.
- Spread a generous layer of basil pesto over each breast, ensuring full coverage.
- Top with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- If using cherry tomatoes, add them during the last ten minutes of baking.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving alongside seasonal veggies or pasta.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, you can add a layer of mozzarella cheese on top.
- Serving with pasta or salad enhances the meal’s presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg