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Chicken Pesto Bake

Are you ready for another quick, easy, and delicious chicken recipe? This chicken pesto bake recipe can be made with only 5 ingredients and takes less than an hour to make.

It’s a flavor burst in your mouth when you take the first bite.

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Chicken Pesto Bake

The juicy, tender chicken, the cheesy, melty mozzarella, and the perfect amount of sourness of ripened tomatoes, topped with freshly made basil pesto, this dish is a dish straight from the heavens.

Chicken Pesto Bake

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Chicken Pesto Bake

It is very easy to prepare and the family loves it.

Chicken Pesto Bake

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Why Do I Love Chicken Pesto Bake?

I love this chicken pesto bake recipe because it’s light in my pocket. On the month-end days when my pantry is almost dead, I can still make this chicken pesto bake because it needs just 5 ingredients. This is my quick fix for unexpected guests who barge in without notifying me.

Does Pesto Work With Chicken?

Just work? It works pretty awesomely with chicken. Both chicken and pesto complement each other so well that one enhances the flavor of the other. The mild pesto flavor can bring up the flavor of a plain chicken breast and vice versa.

How Long Does It Take To Cook Chicken In The Oven?

Boneless and skinless chicken breasts would take around 20 to 30 minutes in an oven at 375 degrees F. On the other hand, bone-in and skin-on chicken breast can take up to 35 to 40 minutes to cook properly at the same temperature.

Do You Bake Chicken Covered Or Uncovered?

For my chicken pesto bake recipe, I don’t mind baking it uncovered. It’s totally fine. You can bake it either way!

Tips:

  • Do not overlook the chicken, or else it can get dry and lose its flavor.
  • Use freshly grated mozzarella cheese so that it melts properly.
  • Be generous with the cheese and toppings to enhance the flavor.
Chicken Pesto Bake

Ingredients:

  • Chicken Breasts In Half Lengthwise
  • Low Fat Low-Calorie Basil Pesto
  • Mozzarella Cheese
  • Tomato
  • Salt And Pepper To Taste
  • Parmesan Cheese

How to make this Chicken Pesto Bake:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper to taste, and place onto a baking sheet.

Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper to taste, and place onto a baking sheet.

Step 3. Top each piece of chicken with a teaspoon of the pesto.  Bake for 15 minutes

Top each piece of chicken with a teaspoon of the pesto.  Bake for 15 minutes

Step 4. Top the chicken pieces with slices of tomato.

Top the chicken pieces with slices of tomato.

Then, add the mozzarella cheese. Bake for 5 minutes longer.

add the mozzarella cheese.

Step 5. Garnish with the parmesan cheese before serving.

Garnish with the parmesan cheese before serving.

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Chicken Pesto Bake

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Are you ready for another quick, easy, and delicious chicken recipe? This chicken pesto bake recipe can be made with only 5 ingredients and takes less than an hour to make. It's a flavor burst in your mouth when you take the first bite.
4.50 from 2 votes

Ingredients 

  • 2 Chicken Breasts In Half Lengthwise, Sliced
  • 4 tsp. Low Fat Low-Calorie Basil Pesto
  • 6 oz. Mozzarella Cheese, Shredded
  • 2 tsp. Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 Tomato, Sliced Thinly
  • Salt And Pepper To Taste

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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper to taste, and place onto a baking sheet.
  • Top each piece of chicken with a teaspoon of the pesto. Bake for 15 minutes
  • Top the chicken pieces with slices of tomato and the mozzarella cheese. Bake for 5 minutes longer.
  • Garnish with the parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 430mg | Sugar: 1g
Author: Laura

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How To Store Chicken Pesto Bake?

Put your chicken pesto bake in an airtight container or plastic bag to store for future use.

How To Reheat Chicken Pesto Bake?

Reheat your chicken pesto bake by putting it in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.

How Much Does Chicken Pesto Bake Last In The Fridge?

Chicken pesto bake can last up to 3-5 days in the fridge. Frozen pesto can be utilized even after 2 or 3 weeks.

Can I Make Ahead Chicken Pesto Bake?

You can easily make chicken pesto baked earlier and save it for later.

Chicken Pesto Bake

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