Best 5 Baked Chicken With Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Recipes
Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable baked chicken, masterfully infused with the vibrant notes of sun-dried tomato pesto. This culinary masterpiece is a testament to the harmonious union of fresh ingredients, where juicy chicken breasts bask in a marinade of herbs, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice, acquiring a golden-brown crust under the watchful eye of the oven. As the chicken roasts, it nestles amidst a vibrant sun-dried tomato pesto, bursting with the sun-kissed essence of Mediterranean tomatoes, nutty pine nuts, fragrant basil, and a hint of tangy Parmesan cheese. The result is a dish that tantalizes the taste buds, leaving you craving more.
In addition to this main course marvel, our curated collection of recipes offers a diverse culinary adventure. Embark on a journey of taste with our sun-dried tomato and pesto pasta, where al dente pasta twirls in a creamy sauce, infused with the vibrant flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and fragrant pesto. For a lighter option, our sun-dried tomato pesto pizza tantalizes with its crispy crust, topped with a medley of sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, and melted cheese. And for those who relish the simplicity of classic flavors, our sun-dried tomato pesto dip delights with its creamy texture and vibrant taste, perfect for dipping bread, crackers, or vegetables.
ONE-PAN CHICKEN WITH CREAMY SUN-DRIED TOMATO PESTO SAUCE
Provided by Heidi
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet heat 1 tablespoon of the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring once or twice then transfer to a bowl.
- Meanwhile, season chicken with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan and add the chicken. Cook for about 12-15 minutes or until no longer pink (165 degrees F), turning once. Remove the chicken from the skillet and transfer to a plate.
- Add the half and half to the skillet and whisk in the DeLallo Simply Pesto Sun-Dried Tomato with Olive. Season with kosher salt to taste and cook for 2 to 3 minutes then return the mushrooms and chicken to the sauce and mix to coat. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until sauce has reduced slightly. Mix in the spinach. If desired add the cooked pasta to the pan and stir to coat or serve the chicken and sauce over the plain pasta. Garnish with crumbles of goat cheese and parsley.
SUN-DRIED TOMATO PESTO CHICKEN
Sun-dried tomato pesto chicken fillets coated in sun-dried tomato pesto and parmesan cheese oven-roasted golden brown and chicken is tender.
Provided by David & Debbie Spivey
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Place the chicken fillets onto a sheet pan. Brush chicken fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Next, add about 2 tablespoons of the sun-dried tomato pesto to each fillet and spread out to cover the fillet.
- Cover each pesto topped fillet with parmesan cheese.
- Bake the chicken fillets, uncovered, for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the juices run clear.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Sodium 439 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
STUFFED ITALIAN CHICKEN WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO PESTO
Steps:
- For the roasted tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
- Arrange the tomatoes cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with the salt and pepper and drizzle with the olive oil. Bake for 15 minutes. Set aside and leave the oven on.
- While the tomatoes roast, make the pesto: Combine the sun-dried tomatoes, basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, red pepper flakes and salt in a food processor. With the machine running, stream in the olive oil and process until the pesto is emulsified.
- For the chicken: Spread 1 tablespoon of the pesto over each chicken breast, sprinkle with Parmesan and then top each with 2 slices of the provolone. Wrap 3 slices of the prosciutto around each chicken breast and the toppings.
- Place the chicken breasts on the same baking sheet with the roasted tomatoes and bake for another 20 minutes. Set aside.
- For the salad: Toss the arugula with the extra-virgin olive oil and lemon juice in a large bowl.
- Divide the tomatoes among plates, top each with the chicken and the arugula salad. Enjoy!
PESTO STUFFED CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breasts, salt, pepper, sundried tomatoes, pesto, shredded mozzarella cheese, oil
Provided by Vaughn Vreeland
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- On a cutting board, salt and pepper both sides of each chicken breast with approximately ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper, per side.
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally along the side to create a pocket for the filling.
- Stuff each breast with approximately one third of mozzarella cheese, one tablespoon pesto and four sundried tomatoes. If the chicken breast does not close fully with the filling, try securing with a wooden toothpick.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Pan fry for about 5-8 minutes, per side, depending on the size of the chicken breasts, until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through. Serve warm.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 575 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 57 grams, Sugar 9 grams
BAKED CHICKEN STUFFED WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO PESTO, GOAT CHEESE,
This recipe is great for all phases of the South Beach diet. But it's so yummy you can eat it even if you're not counting carbs!
Provided by Food Fetish
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Trim all visible fat and tendons from chicken breasts. Pound chicken until 1/4 inch thick.
- Put pesto, goat cheese, and chopped basil in food processor and buzz a few times until mixture is combined but not completely blended.
- Spread 1/6 of pesto/basil/goat cheese mixture on each chicken breast. Roll up chicken, starting with smallest end, tucking in loose pieces (you can secure with tootpicks if necessary).
- Put parmesan cheese in flat dish, and roll each rolled up chicken breast in the cheese, patting on so you get as much cheese sticking on as you can.
- Spray glass casserole dish with nonstick spray and arrange chicken so pieces are not touching. Bake 30-40 minutes, or until chicken is slightly browned and firm, but not hard to the touch.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.5, Fat 25.5, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 126.2, Sodium 428.9, Carbohydrate 1.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.8, Protein 41.3
Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the chicken has reached 165°F (74°C) before removing it from the oven.
- If you don't have sun-dried tomato pesto, you can make your own by blending together sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic.
- To save time, you can use store-bought pesto instead of making your own.
- You can also add other vegetables to this dish, such as zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
- Serve this dish with a side of roasted potatoes or rice.
Conclusion:
Baked chicken with sun-dried tomato pesto is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is moist and flavorful, and the pesto adds a bright and tangy flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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