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Simple Oven Bake Pesto Chicken Breasts

Pesto Chicken is a perfect dish that marries savory, delectable flavors in a delightful assembly. Packed with succulent chicken infused with the aromatic, vibrant goodness of basil pesto and cooked to perfection, this hearty meal promises a tingling culinary experience that will leave you craving for more!

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Ingredients

number of servings
4
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Added to
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste Added to
  • 4 teaspoons of ready-made basil pesto Added to
  • 1 Cup of shredded mozzarella cheese Added to
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil Added to
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced Added to
  • 1 Cup of cherry tomatoes, halved Added to
  • basil leaves for garnish Added to
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Directions

40 min.
1. Step

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. Step

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

3. Step

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and sear it on both sides until golden brown. Remove the skillet from heat.

4. Step

Spread 1 teaspoon of pesto on each chicken breast. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the pesto.

5. Step

Scatter the minced garlic and cherry tomatoes around the chicken in the skillet.

6. Step

Transfer the skillet to the oven, and bake until the cheese is bubbling and the chicken is cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.

7. Step

Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Serve your Pesto Chicken hot, and enjoy!

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