Pesto Chicken Bake Easy (Printable Format)
Juicy chicken baked with basil pesto, mozzarella, and tomatoes for a vibrant, delicious dinner.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 cup basil pesto sauce
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon olive oil
# Preparation Steps:
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Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
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Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
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Lay chicken breasts in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
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Spread basil pesto evenly over the top of each chicken breast, covering the surface fully.
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Scatter halved cherry tomatoes over and around the chicken. Top each breast with shredded mozzarella and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
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Transfer baking dish to the oven and bake uncovered at 400°F for 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and cheese is bubbly and golden.
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Remove baking dish from oven and allow chicken to rest for 5 to 7 minutes before slicing and serving.
# Supplementary Details:
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Draining the excess oil from the pesto helps prevent the dish from becoming greasy.