Name: "Ultimate 4-Ingredient Pesto Chicken Recipe for Quick Dinner"
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup of pesto; 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)

Description

Discover a quick dinner with our easy 4-ingredient pesto chicken recipe. Perfect for busy nights, this dish is flavorful and simple to prepare!

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 cup of pesto

1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken and pesto, ensuring each piece is covered.

Place the coated chicken in a greased baking dish. Spread the halved cherry tomatoes around the chicken.

If using mozzarella, sprinkle it generously over the chicken and tomatoes.

Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

Notes

A simple yet delicious 4 Ingredient Pesto Chicken recipe perfect for hectic weeknights, packed with flavor and comfort.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings
Calories: 400 calories
Sugar: 3 grams
Fat: 20 grams
Carbohydrates: 10 grams
Fiber: 2 grams
Protein: 40 grams

Keywords: Pesto Chicken, Easy Dinner, Quick Recipes, Italian Chicken Recipe, 4 Ingredient Dinner