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Best Pesto Chicken
Juicy chicken cooked with basil pesto for a quick, flavorful dinner.
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Prep Time
10
minutes
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Cook Time
20
minutes
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Total Time
30
minutes
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Servings
4
Ingredients
1½
lb
680 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
¾
cup
basil pesto
1
tbsp
olive oil
½
tsp
salt
adjust if pesto is salty
¼
tsp
black pepper
Optional: ½ cup cherry tomatoes
halved
Optional: ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Season and sear chicken until golden.
Coat with pesto and finish cooking covered.
Rest briefly and serve.
Notes
Search first for the best flavor
Lower the heat after adding pesto
Use a thermometer for perfect doneness
Excellent for meal prep