Description
A cozy and creamy garlic pesto chicken dish that combines rich flavors with tender chicken breasts, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup basil pesto
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and cook until they become tender, turning them a few times.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then nestle them into the skillet. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Stir in the basil pesto, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring until everything is combined.
- Let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg