Description
Make a simple yet flavorful Pesto Stuffed Chicken Breast. This recipe delivers a high-protein dinner packed with rich herb taste. You will love how easy it is to prepare this satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup prepared pesto
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Place a chicken breast on a cutting board. Carefully cut a deep pocket into the thickest side of the chicken, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- In a small bowl, mix the pesto and mozzarella cheese.
- Spoon the pesto mixture evenly into the pocket of each chicken breast. Secure the opening with toothpicks if necessary.
- Rub the outside of the stuffed chicken breasts with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Remove toothpicks before serving.
Notes
- You can use homemade or store-bought pesto.
- If the pesto mixture seems too loose, add a little more cheese.
- Check the chicken frequently to prevent overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: Approx. 350
- Sugar: Low
- Sodium: Moderate
- Fat: Moderate
- Saturated Fat: Moderate
- Unsaturated Fat: High
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Low
- Fiber: Low
- Protein: High
- Cholesterol: Moderate