Basil Pesto Chicken
If you're looking to elevate your dinner game with vibrant and fresh flavors, this Basil Pesto Chicken is just the recipe you need. The combination of tender chicken and aromatic pesto is a true culinary delight. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, this dish is an impressive meal for any occasion.
Prep Time:
15 Minutes
Cook Time:
45 Minutes
Serves:
2 Servings
Category:
Chicken
Ingredients
12 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
12 oz. Broccoli Florets
4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
1 oz. Basil Pesto
2 Green Onions
2 Garlic Cloves
1/2 tsp. Garlic and Parsley Seasoning
1/2 tsp. Garlic Salt
Preparation
Prepare the Ingredients
Cut broccoli into 1" pieces.
Trim and thinly slice green onions, keeping white and green portions separate.
Mince garlic.
Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with garlic and parsley seasoning, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper.
Assemble the Broccoli and Chicken
Place broccoli, 1 tsp. olive oil, minced garlic, garlic salt, and a pinch of pepper on one half of prepared baking sheet. Massage oil and seasonings into broccoli. Spread into a single layer on their side.
Place chicken on empty half of sheet and evenly top with 1 tsp. olive oil.
Roast the Broccoli and Chicken
Roast in hot oven until broccoli is browned and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 15-20 minutes.
Carefully remove from oven.
While broccoli and chicken roast, continue recipe.
Start the Sauce
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.
Add white portions of green onions to hot pan. Stir occasionally until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
Finish Sauce and Finish Dish
Add cream base and half the green portions of green onions (reserve remaining for garnish) to hot pan. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, remove from burner and stir in pesto until combined.
Plate dish as pictured above, topping chicken with sauce. Garnish with remaining green portions of green onions. Bon appétit!