This Pesto Chicken recipe is a simple and mouthwatering dish that can be made with just a few ingredients. It's perfect for any occasion and can be ready in no time. This recipe is sure to become one of your favorites as it is easy to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make this Pesto Chicken recipe:
-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
-1/2 cup basil pesto sauce
-1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
-1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
-1/4 tsp black pepper
-salt to taste
Instructions
Follow these steps to make the Pesto Chicken dish:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Place the chicken breasts on a baking dish.
3. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper to taste.
4. Spread the pesto sauce over each chicken breast.
5. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the pesto sauce.
6. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top of the mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake the chicken for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
8. Broil the chicken for 1-2 minutes to brown the cheese on the top.
9. Remove from the oven and serve hot!
Nutritional Information
This Pesto Chicken recipe is not only delicious but also healthy. Here is the nutritional information for one serving (based on 4 servings):
Calories: 300
Total Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 120mg
Sodium: 450mg
Total Carbohydrate: 2g
Sugars: 1g
Protein: 34g
Variations
There are several variations to this Pesto Chicken recipe. You can add more cheese if you prefer a cheesier taste. You can also add diced tomatoes, onions, or chopped bell peppers for added flavor and nutrition. You can also replace the mozzarella cheese with feta cheese.