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Creamy Pesto Chicken

Creamy Pesto Chicken: Easy 30-Minute Dinner Delight

Creamy Pesto Chicken is a delicious, low-carb dish that comes together in just 30 minutes, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts cut in half lengthwise
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • ½ cup Pesto store-bought or homemade
  • ½ cup Heavy Whipping Cream can substitute with half-and-half

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by cutting each chicken breast in half lengthwise, creating four evenly sized cutlets. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and foaming.
  3. Carefully add chicken cutlets to the skillet and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden.
  4. Reduce heat and add pesto and heavy whipping cream to the skillet, stirring gently for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Return seared chicken to the skillet, simmer for about 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  6. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water or broth and stir until desired consistency.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove, adding cream if needed.

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