Pesto Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Elevate your weeknight dinner with these irresistible Pesto Stuffed Chicken Breasts—juicy chicken filled with aromatic basil pesto and gooey mozzarella cheese, baked to golden perfection. This recipe combines simple, wholesome ingredients to create a flavorful main dish that feels indulgent yet comes together in just 40 minutes, including prep and cooking time. The chicken is seasoned with a savory blend of garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then baked for a tender, melt-in-your-mouth result that pairs beautifully with sides like roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or preparing a quick family meal, this versatile, oven-baked stuffed chicken recipe is guaranteed to impress. Plus, it's a low-carb, protein-packed option that's perfect for any palate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 cup Basil pesto
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 pieces Toothpicks (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
Season the inside and outside of each chicken breast with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Spread 2 tablespoons of basil pesto inside each pocket, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Stuff each pocket with 2-3 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese and press the edges of the chicken breasts together to close the pocket. Use toothpicks to secure if needed.
Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). During the last 5 minutes of baking, you can switch the oven to broil to lightly brown the tops, if desired.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Remove any toothpicks if used.
Serve hot with a side of salad, roasted vegetables, or your favorite starch such as mashed potatoes or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
709 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.2 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 177 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 1201 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 67.7 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 440 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 764 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
