Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 ounces each)
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 8 slices bacon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Spread pesto sauce evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Wrap each chicken breast with a slice of bacon.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crisp.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sodium: 800mg
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 30g
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender and juicy chicken breasts
- Savory and aromatic pesto sauce
- Crispy and flavorful bacon
- Easy and quick to prepare
User Comments:
- "This was a delicious and easy dish to make. I loved the combination of the pesto and bacon." - Sarah
- "My family loved this recipe. The chicken was so moist and the bacon added a nice touch." - Emily
- "Perfect for a weeknight meal. It was quick and easy to prepare, and everyone enjoyed it." - John
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, use chicken breasts of similar size.
- If you don't have pesto sauce, you can make your own by combining basil, olive oil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper.
- For a crispy bacon, cook it on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet.
