Name: Delicious Pesto Chicken Casserole with Mediterranean Flavors
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup pesto sauce; 1 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1 cup pitted kalamata olives; 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped; 1/4 cup diced red onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

This Pesto Chicken Casserole is a perfect blend of flavors with tender chicken, vibrant pesto sauce, creamy feta cheese, and briny olives. This easy-to-make casserole is packed with Mediterranean flavors and will satisfy any palate. It's a great dish for a family dinner or for entertaining guests. The preparation time is just 15 minutes, and the result is a mouthwatering and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup pesto sauce
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 cup pitted kalamata olives
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup diced red onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine the pesto sauce, crumbled feta cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, diced red onion, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper. Pour the pesto mixture over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
Top the chicken with the pitted kalamata olives.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the Pesto Chicken Casserole with a side of rice or pasta, and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Pesto originated in Genoa, Italy, and is traditionally made with fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.

Feta cheese is a popular Greek cheese made from sheep's milk or a combination of sheep and goat's milk.

Kalamata olives are a type of Greek olive known for their rich, fruity flavor and dark purple color.

This casserole can be prepared in advance and refrigerated. Simply cover the baking dish with foil and store it in the refrigerator. When ready to bake, allow it to come to room temperature and follow the baking instructions.