Description
This Simple Baked Pesto Chicken Crispy is a quick and delicious dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with vibrant pesto and a crunchy breadcrumb topping. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also delivers an impressive flavor that will satisfy your taste buds. Pair it with fresh salad or pasta for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup plain or panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the chicken breasts on a parchment-lined baking sheet and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Spread a generous layer of pesto over each chicken breast.
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese, then drizzle in olive oil and combine until coated.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the pesto-coated chicken, pressing down slightly to adhere.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 ounces)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg