Chicken with Pesto Sauce

Cookinero 4 May 2025

Chicken with Pesto is quick and tasty, and most importantly, healthy. Chicken breast used in the preparation of this dish is a dietary product. And homemade Pesto sauce contains many useful vitamins, minerals and microelements.

How to cook Chicken with Pesto Sauce

Step 1

Chicken with Pesto Sauce

Make the pesto. Place the basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil in a food processor. Blend until smooth.

Step 2

Chicken with Pesto Sauce

Make chicken with pesto sauce. Place the chicken fillet in a baking dish, salt and pepper it. Season with pesto sauce. Bake in an oven preheated to 180 ˚C for 25 minutes.

Chicken with Pesto Sauce - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use walnuts, almonds, or even sunflower seeds as a cheaper and equally tasty alternative to pine nuts in pesto.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving.
Absolutely! Replace chicken with grilled portobello mushrooms, tofu, or roasted vegetables for a delicious vegetarian version.
Pair it with a side of roasted potatoes, a fresh green salad, or pasta for a complete meal. A slice of crusty bread also works well.
Simply halve the ingredients for 2 servings. Keep the cooking time the same but check for doneness a few minutes earlier.
Yes, freeze cooked pesto chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Use a mortar and pestle for a traditional method, or finely chop ingredients and mix with olive oil for a chunkier texture.
The recipe is naturally gluten-free. Just ensure that any packaged ingredients (like Parmesan) are certified gluten-free.
Replace Parmesan with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free pesto that’s still rich and flavorful.
Yes, pan-sear chicken over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side, then top with pesto and cover to warm through.

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