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Cheesy Pesto Chicken Bake

Cheesy Pesto Chicken Bake


  • Author: talalabd
  • Total Time: 27 mins
  • Yield: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into 4 cutlets
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 4 tbsp pesto
• 2 large tomatoes, sliced
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• Salt to taste


Instructions

Preheat oven to 400ºF (204ºC).

Place chicken cutlets in a baking dish in a single layer. Lightly salt.

Spread ½ tsp of minced garlic on each cutlet.

Add 1 tbsp pesto over each and spread evenly.

Layer 2–3 tomato slices on top.

Sprinkle ¼ cup mozzarella over each cutlet.

Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165ºF.

Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 mins

Nutrition

  • Calories: 558 per serving
  • Sugar: 3g per serving
  • Sodium: 428mg per serving
  • Fat: 23g per serving
  • Saturated Fat: 7g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 6g per serving
  • Protein: 79g per serving