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Pesto Chicken

ItalianITmain
40 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 chicken breasts
3 tablespoons basil pesto
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon olive oil
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
a handful of cherry tomatoes (optional)
1

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.

2

Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a skillet.

3

Sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown.

4

Spread 3 tablespoons of basil pesto evenly over the chicken.

5

Top the chicken with 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.

6

Cover the pan and let it cook until the cheese melts and the chicken is fully cooked.

7

Optional: add a handful of cherry tomatoes for freshness.

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

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Local Name: Pollo al pesto

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