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Pesto Chicken Bake

This pesto chicken bake is a flavor explosion! Tender chicken breast is slathered in zesty pesto and baked with fresh tomatoes. It's a one-pan wonder that's perfect for busy weeknights.

Tasty Team
99% would make again
Total Time

50 minutes

50 min

Prep Time

10 minutes

10 min

Cook Time

40 minutes

40 min

Total Time

50 minutes

50 min

Prep Time

10 minutes

10 min

Cook Time

40 minutes

40 min

Ingredients

for 4 servings

  • 3 chicken breasts
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • 4 tablespoons basil pesto
  • 1 roma tomato, sliced
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (120 g)

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 391
  • Fat 21g
  • Carbs 2g
  • Fiber 0g
  • Sugar 0g
  • Protein 45g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  2. Place chicken breast in a baking dish. Season chicken with salt and pepper, to taste.
  3. Spread pesto on each chicken breast.
  4. Layer tomatoes on top of the chicken.
  5. Top with mozzarella cheese.
  6. Bake for 40 minutes.
  7. Enjoy!
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