Are you looking for a delicious and healthy dinner option that is easy to prepare?
This Easy and Delicious Baked Pesto Chicken recipe is perfect for busy moms who want to serve something tasty without spending hours in the kitchen.
With just a few simple ingredients β chicken breasts, your favourite pesto sauce, and some cheese β you can have a mouthwatering meal ready in no time.
This delicious, family-friendly dish will become a staple in your weekly meal rotation. Plus, it’s a great way to get the kids to eat their greens without any fuss!
I love that I can throw this in the oven to cook, make some rice and a simple green salad as a side, and have a delicious, balanced meal that everyone enjoys.
You can make your own pesto from scratch or use purchased pesto to make it even easier. I enjoy making my own pesto, usually making a large batch and freezing it for future meals.
How to make pesto at home?
Making pesto at home is simple and rewarding, bringing fresh flavours to your kitchen in minutes.
- Gather fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and good-quality olive oil.
- Combine two cups of basil leaves, a quarter cup of pine nuts, and two peeled garlic cloves in a food processor.
- Pulse until everything is finely chopped.
- Next, add half a cup of grated Parmesan cheese and a pinch of salt, then pulse a few more times.
- While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in about half a cup of olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Your homemade pesto is now ready! So easy!
Easy and Delicious Baked Pesto Chicken Recipe
Easy an delicious baked pesto chicken recipe that will be a hit with everyone!Easy and Delicious Baked Pesto Chicken Recipe
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Serve hot and enjoy! This is one of my favourite recipes; it is so fresh and delicious! It is the perfect summer meal.
Let me know what you think if you end up making it!
Enjoy!
xo