Pesto Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Pesto Sauce
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Prepare Chicken
Season the boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Cook Chicken
Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and has a golden-brown crust.
Preparation of Pesto Sauce
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic cloves, parmesan cheese, and salt.
- 5
Blend Pesto
Pulse the mixture until finely chopped, then slowly add olive oil while blending until the pesto is smooth and creamy.
- 6
Adjust Seasoning
Taste and add additional salt and black pepper if needed.
Combining Chicken and Pesto
- 7
Add Pesto to Chicken
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and place it on a serving platter.
- 8
Top with Pesto
Spread a generous amount of the pesto sauce over the cooked chicken breasts.
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as pasta, salad, or steamed vegetables.
