BASIL AND PESTO HASSELBACK CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breasts, red pesto, fresh basil, mozzarella cheese
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Slice into the chicken several times, about 1 cm (½ inch) apart, but only cut about 85% of the way through, leaving the bottom intact.
- Cook the red pesto and basil on a medium heat until the basil is just wilted.
- Sprinkle over the mozzarella and stir until melted.
- Allow to cool to the touch, and then fill each segment of the chicken breast with about 1 teaspoon of the mixture.
- Bake in the centre of the oven for 18-22 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 51 grams, Sugar 1 gram
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Madison Monks
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was overcooked and the pesto crust was burnt. I would not recommend this recipe.
ojeikere Deborah
[email protected]The chicken was a bit dry, but the pesto crust was delicious. I would recommend using a different method to cook the chicken.
Shelena Paula
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it! The chicken was flavorful and moist, and the pesto crust was crispy and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Marie Moubarak
[email protected]I was skeptical about this recipe, but I'm glad I tried it! The chicken was delicious and the pesto crust was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Ricardo Brown
[email protected]This chicken was amazing! The pesto crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was moist and tender. I will definitely be making this again.
Lindokuhle Vilakazi
[email protected]I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great! The pesto crust was flavorful and crispy, and the chicken was moist and juicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.
Presh Beauty
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the pesto crust was crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Acirocan Laura
[email protected]This was the best chicken I've ever had! The pesto crust was amazing and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Shelly Rachel
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind! The chicken was incredibly juicy and flavorful, and the pesto crust was crispy and aromatic. I'll be making this again for sure!
Tammy Gibson
[email protected]This recipe was a winner! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the pesto crust was crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Tamir Gabi Tamir Gabi
[email protected]The chicken was delicious! I made it for dinner last night and my family loved it. The pesto crust was a nice touch and added a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Kayla Simmons
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great! The pesto crust was flavorful and crispy, and the chicken was moist and juicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Cathleen Neil
[email protected]This chicken was amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the pesto crust was crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
AliRaza Raja
[email protected]I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and tender, and the pesto crust was perfectly crispy. The basil added a nice fresh flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Saya Boti
[email protected]This basil and pesto Hasselback chicken is a definite keeper! The chicken was incredibly juicy and flavorful, and the pesto crust was crispy and aromatic. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I'll be making this again for sure!