Delicious and Easy Pesto Chicken Bake

This Pesto Chicken Bake is a flavorful and simple dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with savory pesto sauce. The chicken is baked to perfection, resulting in a golden, tender, and delicious main course. The aroma of basil from the pesto fills the air as the chicken bakes, creating an irresistible entree that will satisfy your taste buds. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, as it requires minimal preparation and cooks beautifully in the oven. Serve this Pesto Chicken Bake with a side of salad or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup basil pesto
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
3. Spread a generous amount of basil pesto on top of each chicken breast.
4. Top the chicken breasts with halved cherry tomatoes.
5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomatoes.
6. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken breasts.
7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and golden.
10. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

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