Description
Creamy Pesto Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a luscious basil pesto sauce, creating a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a restaurant-quality dinner that’s both quick to prepare and easy to customize. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with its rich flavors and creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and add heavy cream and basil pesto. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over each piece. Cook on low heat for an additional few minutes.
- Serve immediately with extra sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 140mg