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Basil Pesto Tomato Mozzarella Chicken Bake

A delicious baked chicken dish topped with fresh basil pesto, juicy tomatoes, and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Pesto
  • 1 cup basil pesto store-bought or homemade
Tomatoes
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
Cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a baking dish, drizzle olive oil and place the chicken breasts.
Add Toppings
  1. Spread basil pesto evenly over the chicken breasts.
  2. Top with halved cherry tomatoes and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  2. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve with a side of pasta or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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