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Creamy Pesto Chicken: Discover This Easy Dinner Recipe!

A delicious and easy recipe for creamy pesto chicken, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the basil pesto and Parmesan cheese. Mix well until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  5. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring to combine.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 45gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based cream alternative.
  • Add cooked pasta or rice to the skillet before serving for a complete meal.

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