Description
Creamy Pesto Chicken Delight is a rich and flavorful dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with a luscious homemade creamy pesto sauce, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cherry tomatoes (for garnish)
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients, ensuring fresh basil leaves are washed and dried.
- In a food processor, blend the basil leaves, garlic, and olive oil until smooth. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing well. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sear the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
- Reduce heat to low, add the creamy pesto sauce to the cooked chicken, coating evenly. Serve hot with garnishes of cherry tomatoes and fresh basil.
Notes
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or skillet, adding a splash of cream or water to restore consistency.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, garden salad, and garlic bread.
- For a nut-free pesto sauce, simply omit any nuts.
- Store-bought pesto can be used, but homemade offers the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg