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Creamy Pesto Chicken

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This Creamy Pesto Chicken is a quick and comforting dish made with tender chicken breasts in a rich, creamy pesto sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it pairs well with pasta or vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup basil pesto
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. Add chicken broth to the skillet and stir to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
  4. Reduce heat to low and add heavy cream, pesto, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce is smooth and heated through.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes to heat through.
  6. Serve hot with your choice of side like pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Notes

  • Use store-bought or homemade pesto for convenience.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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