PESTO CHICKEN STRATA
I like this rustic strata for its hearty flavor. It's also nice to have something savory along with sweeter brunch dishes like cinnamon rolls and doughnuts. -Michael Cohen, Los Angeles, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h5m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain., In a large bowl, mix basil, 1 cup Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, pine nuts and garlic. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk and remaining oil, salt and pepper., In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half of the bread cubes, a third of the cheese mixture and half of the chicken. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cheese mixture. Pour egg mixture over top; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Refrigerate, covered, several hours or overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove strata from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, 40-50 minutes or until golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with additional basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 29g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 199mg cholesterol, Sodium 598mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
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Jhovy Angel
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my strata turned out dry and crumbly. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.
Jess Lawson
[email protected]This was a great way to use up leftover chicken. The strata was easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Reiaz Ahmed
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pesto, but I loved this recipe. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the strata was cheesy and gooey. I'll definitely be making this again.
Rashid Demaco
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.
Parisa Khan
[email protected]Yum!
Ms Sumaiya
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a brunch or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and can be served warm or cold.
BIRENDRA CHONGBANG
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The pesto chicken is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and the strata is a fun and easy way to feed a crowd.
Liv
[email protected]The pesto chicken strata was easy to make and very tasty. I used a store-bought pesto sauce and it worked out well. The chicken was moist and tender, and the strata was cheesy and flavorful.
Arslan Gillani
[email protected]This was my first time making strata and it turned out great! The pesto chicken added a nice depth of flavor and the strata was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Mani Bhai
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pesto chicken is so flavorful and the strata is cheesy and gooey. I highly recommend it!
Alone. F
[email protected]This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the pesto added a delicious richness. The strata was also very easy to make, which is a big plus in my book.