Description
This Pesto Mozzarella Chicken brings a burst of flavor with its tender chicken, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil pesto. Perfect for a quick and delightful dinner!
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Olive oil
- Fresh mozzarella cheese
- Basil pesto
- Cherry or grape tomatoes
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Layer chicken with mozzarella slices, top with basil pesto, and add cherry tomatoes around.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until chicken is 165°F (75°C). Optionally broil for additional color.
- Let rest, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked properly.
Let chicken sit at room temperature for even cooking before starting.
Consider marinating the chicken in pesto for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg