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Pesto Chicken topped with mozzarella cheese

Easy Pesto Chicken

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  • Author: Cookies & Cups
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: serves 4-6 1x
  • Category: Chicken
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: Dinner

Description

Easy Pesto Chicken is a flavor packed chicken recipe that only needs 4 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time! A great low-carb dinner idea.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, pounded 1/2 inch (68 pieces)
  • 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1 (5-6 ounce) jar pesto
  • 23 ounces sliced provolone or mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F/175°C. Lightly coat a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick spray. Set aside.
  2. Coat each chicken breast in breadcrumbs lightly and place into the prepared pan. Spread the pesto sauce on top of the chicken and then top with the sliced Provolone.
  3. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the chicken is cooked and the cheese is melted.
  4. Serve immediately over pasta or a salad.

Notes

Store airtight in the refrigerator for up to 3 days

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 381
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 613.5 mg
  • Fat: 18.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16.9 g
  • Protein: 34.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 92.7 mg
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