Pesto Chicken Swirls Recipe

Name: Pesto Chicken Swirls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: chicken breast; 8 chicken breasts; 2 tablespoons softened butter; Dash salt and pepper to taste; Basil and Nut pesto; 1.5 cups fresh basil leaves; .5 cups high quality olive oil; 2 tablespoons walnuts; .5 pieces small shallot; 1 piece garlic; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon romano cheese (optional, but rec.)

Servings: persons

chicken breast
8 chicken breasts
2 tablespoons softened butter
Dash salt and pepper to taste
Basil and Nut pesto
1.5 cups fresh basil leaves
.5 cups high quality olive oil
2 tablespoons walnuts
.5 pieces small shallot
1 piece garlic
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon romano cheese (optional, but rec.)

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["Remove chicken breasts from packaging and lay on cutting board. Use saran wrap and lay over top of chicken breasts. Carefully pouch each one individually until about 1/2 inch thick.", "Next, using a kitchen brush; glaze each chicken breast with the softened butter.", "Pinch breasts with salt and pepper to taste.", "Next begin by taking about a spoonful of pesto per chicken. (PESTO recipe as follows) Smoothing it over one side of breast. Repeat to all chicken breasts until each one has a thin layer of pesto on one side.", "Begin by taking the tip(small end) of chicken breast and rolling in until it forms a circle. Do to each breast. Set the chicken on a baking sheet and bake in 375 degree oven for 15-20 minutes or until solidly light-golden brown.", "Remove from oven; allow to rest for a few minutes and serve.
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Garnish with:
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Sun dried tomatoes and a basil leaf. (Opt.)", "First; process walnuts, shallot, and garlic (about 25 sec. or so)", "Next; add basil leaves -and begin adding the oil while processing (allow about 30 sec. or until pureed well)", "Finally, add the cheeses and pulse about 3-4 times."]

799

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: chicken breast, 8 chicken breasts, 2 tablespoons softened butter, Dash salt and pepper to taste, and more.

Yes, Pesto Chicken Swirls 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 Swirls

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