Pesto Stuffed Chicken
Pesto Stuffed Chicken features tender chicken breasts filled with vibrant basil pesto and melted cheese, creating a flavorful and easy-to-make Italian-inspired dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Toothpicks or kitchen twine
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
- Season the chicken breasts inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of basil pesto into each pocket.
- Add shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the pesto inside the pockets.
- Secure the openings with toothpicks or kitchen twine to keep the filling inside.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove toothpicks or twine before serving. Serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve with a fresh side salad or roasted vegetables. You can also swap mozzarella for provolone or fontina cheese.
Find it online: https://justhealthybites.com/pesto-stuffed-chicken/