Flavorful Pesto Chicken
A comforting chicken dish featuring basil pesto and juicy cherry tomatoes, perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 700g)
- 1/2 cup basil pesto (about 120ml, homemade or store-bought)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (about 300g, halved)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Parmesan cheese optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to the temperature specified in the original instructions.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the basil pesto, minced garlic, salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and lemon juice.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the pesto mixture over them. Use a spoon to coat each piece thoroughly.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes around the chicken in the baking dish.
- Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the tomatoes and chicken.
Cooking
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and cook until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Once done, garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Serve with a simple green salad, over rice or pasta, or enjoy the leftovers in an omelette or frittata. For best results, ensure chicken is at room temperature and use a meat thermometer. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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