Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/3 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- In a food processor, combine basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan. Pulse until finely chopped, then gradually add olive oil while blending until smooth.
- Bake chicken for 20-25 minutes or until juices run clear. Spread pesto over warm chicken and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or pasta and drizzle with extra pesto.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg