Description
A flavorful and easy chicken bake topped with fresh basil pesto, juicy tomatoes, and melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Spread basil pesto evenly over each chicken breast.
- Top each piece with sliced tomatoes and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Use store-bought or homemade pesto depending on your preference.
- You can substitute cherry tomatoes for sliced tomatoes if desired.
- Great served with pasta, rice, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg