Easy Pesto Chicken Bake
A delicious and easy dish that combines juicy chicken breasts, aromatic pesto, and melty mozzarella, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken breasts in a baking dish and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes around the chicken.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Drizzle olive oil over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Use thin, uniform chicken breasts for even cooking. You can substitute other cheeses if desired.
Find it online: https://www.chickennova.com/easy-pesto-chicken-bake/