Chicken And Parma Ham Bake With Pesto Tagliatelle

Name: Chicken And Parma Ham Bake With Pesto Tagliatelle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 None boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 5 oz each), halved, pocket cut in the middle of each; 8 slices Parma ham; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 None onion, peeled and finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed; 1 cup whipping cream; None None pinch of sugar; 4 oz mozzarella, torn into pieces; 11 oz tagliatelle pasta; 3 tbsp green pesto; None None fresh basil, for garnish

Servings: persons

4 None boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 5 oz each), halved, pocket cut in the middle of each
8 slices Parma ham
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb cherry tomatoes, halved
1 None onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
1 cup whipping cream
None None pinch of sugar
4 oz mozzarella, torn into pieces
11 oz tagliatelle pasta
3 tbsp green pesto
None None fresh basil, for garnish

1
Preheat the oven to 425u00b0F. Place a folded slice of ham in each chicken pocket. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and sear the chicken until browned on each side. Remove from the pan and season with salt and black pepper.
2
Heat the oil again and cook the tomatoes, onion and garlic for 2 mins. Remove one-third of the tomatoes from the pan and set aside. Add the cream to the pan and bring to the boil. Simmer for 2 mins then season with salt, black pepper and a pinch of sugar.
3
Spread in an ovenproof serving dish and place the chicken pieces on top. Sprinkle over the mozzarella and reserved tomatoes. Bake for 10 mins, until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
4
Meanwhile, cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to the package instructions. Drain and toss with the pesto. Garnish the chicken with basil and serve with the tagliatelle.

935

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 None boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 5 oz each), halved, pocket cut in the middle of each, 8 slices Parma ham, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 lb cherry tomatoes, halved, and more.

Yes, Chicken And Parma Ham Bake With Pesto Tagliatelle falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!