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Cheesy Pesto Baked Chicken with Tomato and Basil
This Cheesy Pesto Baked Chicken is beautifully balanced with tangy tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a luscious layer of mozzarella. Each bite is a symphony of flavors with juicy chicken as the star of the show. Serve it over some fluffy couscous for a complete meal that's quick, convenient, and beyond ...
5
30 min
TOTAL TIME
509
CALORIES
$3.27
PER SERVING
Ingredients
Directions
MAIN
10 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Preheat the oven to 425°F and position the rack in the top third. Coat a large, rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
2
Season both sides of the chicken cutlets evenly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, then arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
3
Spread an even layer of basil pesto on each chicken cutlet.
4
Arrange the thinly sliced Roma tomatoes on top of the pesto, ensuring each cutlet has an even distribution.
5
Cover the tomatoes and chicken with a even layer of shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese.
6
Bake the chicken for 18-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese has lightly browned and become bubbly.
7
Remove the chicken from the oven and sprinkle with thinly sliced sweet basil leaves and toasted pine nuts.
8
Serve the Cheesy Pesto Baked Chicken immediately, over a serving of fluffy couscous if desired.
Health Info
Macros
8g
CARBS
34g
FAT
44g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
MEDITERRANEAN
LOW CARB
Contains these allergens
MILK
TREE NUTS
WHEAT
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