Pesto Chicken Recipe

Name: Pesto Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves; 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon pine nuts; 1 to 2 garlic cloves; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Servings: persons

1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon pine nuts
1 to 2 garlic cloves
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter, melted

1
For pesto, combine the first six ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
2
Spread each with 2 tablespoons pesto to within 1/2 in. of the edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; secure with a toothpick or small metal skewer.
3
Place chicken in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; brush with butter. Bake, uncovered, at 375u00b0 for 30-35 minutes or meat is no longer pink. Remove toothpicks or skewers. Serve warm as a main course.
4
For an appetizer, cool for 15 minutes, then refrigerate until chilled. Cut cold chicken into 1/2-in. slices.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Pesto Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Pesto Chicken

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