Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.2 lbs)
- 1 cup freshly made pesto (see recipe below)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (1 oz)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (1 oz)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (1 oz)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow baking dish, combine the chicken breasts, pesto, sundried tomatoes, walnuts, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Serve immediately with your desired sides.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 35g
Dish Characteristics:
- Juicy and flavorful chicken
- Aromatic and herbal pesto
- Savory and crunchy sundried tomatoes and walnuts
- Rich and tangy Parmesan cheese
User Comments:
- "This chicken dish is a perfect balance of flavors. The pesto is so flavorful and the sun-dried tomatoes and walnuts add a nice crunch."
- "I love that this dish is easy to make but looks and tastes like it's from a fancy restaurant."
- "The chicken is cooked to perfection and the pesto is the star of the show. Highly recommend!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To make your own pesto, combine 1 cup basil, 1/2 cup pine nuts, 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 cloves garlic, and salt and pepper to taste in a food processor. Pulse until smooth.
- You can also use store-bought pesto, but be sure to choose a high-quality brand.
- If you don't have any sun-dried tomatoes on hand, you can substitute oil-cured olives.
