Description
Creamy pesto chicken is a delightful and quick dish that transforms your dinner experience into something special. With its rich, creamy texture infused with aromatic pesto and garlic, this recipe is perfect for impressing family or guests without spending hours in the kitchen. In just 35 minutes, you can create a flavorful meal that pairs beautifully with sides like pasta, rice, or fresh salads. Its vibrant colors and comforting taste will make it a favorite in your household for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3 lb)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup pesto
Instructions
- Fillet or pound the chicken breasts for even cooking and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides (7-10 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and halved tomatoes until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and pesto; let simmer briefly to combine flavors.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce, and allow to simmer for a few more minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 388
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 353mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Use freshly made pesto for enhanced flavor. Feel free to add seasonal vegetables like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition.