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Pesto Chicken Bake

Pesto Chicken Bake: Easy and Delicious Family Meal Idea

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Enjoy a delicious and easy meal with this Pesto Chicken Bake, perfect for the whole family!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup pesto sauce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a baking dish, add the olive oil and spread it over the bottom.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Spoon pesto sauce over each chicken breast.
  5. Top with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden.
  7. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with a fresh salad or garlic bread.
  • For a low-carb option, you can serve it with steamed vegetables.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg