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Pesto Chicken Breast

Juicy chicken breasts coated in a fragrant pesto sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Pesto
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves packed
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts
  • 2 cloves garlic

Method
 

Prepare the Pesto
  1. In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic.
  2. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Set aside.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
Combine and Serve
  1. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
  2. Spread a generous amount of pesto over each chicken breast.
  3. Serve warm, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

For a complete meal, serve with roasted vegetables or a side salad.

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