Presto Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this mouthwatering Presto Chicken recipe! Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are simmered in a lusciously creamy pesto sauce, enriched with garlic, chicken broth, and a touch of Parmesan for irresistible flavor. This dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings or last-minute meals. Vibrant cherry tomatoes add a burst of freshness, while fragrant basil lends a finishing touch that feels effortlessly elegant. Serve it alongside pasta, rice, or roasted veggies for a meal that's as versatile as it is delicious. Quick, easy, and packed with bold Italian-inspired flavors, Presto Chicken is sure to become your new go-to recipe for family dinners or entertaining guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Pesto sauce
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon.
Stir in the pesto sauce and heavy cream, mixing until well combined. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Let them simmer in the sauce for another 5 minutes.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken and scatter the halved cherry tomatoes around the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve warm. Pair with pasta, rice, or a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.2 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.5 g | 202% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 692 mg | 231% | |
| Sodium | 4786 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 238.4 g | 477% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 606 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2541 mg | 54% | |
*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.
