Creamy Chicken Pesto Recipe
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Ingredients
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Creamy Chicken Pesto
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Sauté the Chicken
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 3
- 4
Combine Pesto and Cream
Add the pesto sauce and heavy cream to the skillet with the garlic, stirring well to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is heated through.
- 5
Add Parmesan Cheese
Stir in the parmesan cheese and mix until melted and smooth.
- 6
Return Chicken to Skillet
Slice the cooked chicken breasts into strips and return them to the skillet, coating them in the creamy pesto sauce.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Chop fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the creamy chicken pesto before serving. Enjoy!