Creamy Pesto Chicken
Creamy Pesto Chicken is a quick and elegant dish that features succulent chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, homemade basil pesto sauce. This comforting meal bursts with flavor from fresh garlic and creamy goodness, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a gourmet-quality dish that pairs beautifully with pasta or fresh vegetables, delighting your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream with basil pesto and minced garlic until well combined.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the seared chicken in the baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Broil for an additional two minutes for extra crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 145mg