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Please see my affiliate disclosure for more details. This pesto chicken recipe is cheesy, quick to make, and has irresistible fresh tomatoes in a luxurious pesto sauce. Top it all off with melted mozzarella, and you’ve got a 30-minute chicken dinner that’s special enough for guests. Try this Mozzarella Mushroom White Wine Chicken or my Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken Bake!
Everyone will drool over this simple yet decadent pesto chicken recipe! It’s ready in just 30 minutes and uses wholesome, simple ingredients. I have a feeling you’ll be making this pesto chicken bake over and over since the skillet goes so seamlessly from the stove to your oven. It’s quick and uses simple ingredients that you probably have in your pantry right now! Garlic – using both garlic powder and garlic cloves amps up the garlicky goodness! Chicken broth – makes the sauce extra tasty.
You could use white wine instead. Tomatoes – use your favorite little tomato variety like grape or cherry tomatoes. Pesto – the main flavor component for the sauce. The signature pine nuts and basil duo make this classic sauce drool-worthy! Italian seasoning – a versatile herb blend that comes in a jar and normally has thyme and rosemary and other dried Italian herbs. You can find it in the spice aisle at your grocery store.
Mozzarella – who can resist all that melted cheese? It pairs perfectly with the pesto sauce and chicken and gets beautifully golden when broiled. Just a handful of simple ingredients are all you need for this easy pesto chicken recipe! It’s fast, impressive, and good enough for company.
How to make it This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Substitutions and variations You could easily swap the chicken breasts for chicken thighs. I would cook the thighs for a bit longer to help tenderize them. Ideally their internal temperature would reach around 175F as per an instant read meat thermometer. I’d use 6 chicken thighs for this recipe. You can use slices of fresh mozzarella if you prefer it to the shredded kind.
Try swapping the mozza for another easy melting cheese like Swiss, Muenster, or Gruyère to change it up. Feel free to chop up a couple of regular fresh tomatoes vs. If swapping the chicken broth for white wine, use a dry variety such as pinot grigio or a sauvignon blanc. Tools for this recipe An oven-safe skillet is one of my most beloved kitchen items!
One of my Le Creuset enameled cast iron skillets is pictured. They’re easy to clean and gorgeous pieces to have in your cookware collection. I use my trusty garlic press in recipes that call for minced or crushed garlic. Leftovers and storage Leftovers will last for 3-4 days in the fridge in an airtight container.
Reheat over a low heat on the stove or in the microwave. Fall in love with this easy chicken pesto recipe! It looks elegant but is super simple to make, and it’ll be your new go-to skillet chicken for busy weeknights. For veggie sides, try some Easy Glazed Carrots or Creamy Garlic Mushrooms. If you’d prefer something lighter, make a simple green salad with homemade honey mustard dressing. Did you have any questions about this easy chicken recipe? Let me know in the comments below!