Baked Pesto Mozzarella Chicken
Baked Pesto Mozzarella Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that marries juicy chicken breasts with aromatic pesto and gooey mozzarella cheese. This quick and easy recipe creates a vibrant and delicious meal perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. In just over 30 minutes, you can serve up a colorful plate that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Pair it with your favorite sides for an unforgettable dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Spread pesto sauce generously over each chicken breast.
- Scatter halved cherry tomatoes around the chicken in the baking dish.
- Top each chicken breast with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 110mg