Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken Breast (boneless and skinless) - 800 grams
- Pesto Sauce - 1 cup
- Cream Cheese - 200 grams
- Grated Parmesan Cheese - 1/4 cup
- Garlic - 3 cloves (minced)
- Fresh Basil Leaves - handful (for garnishing)
- Salt and Pepper - to taste
- All-Purpose Flour - 1/2 cup for dusting
- Breadcrumbs - 1/2 cup
- Vegetable Oil - for frying
Preparation Time: 30 minutes (plus marinating time)
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a bowl, mix the pesto sauce, cream cheese, and minced garlic until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Cut the chicken breast into large chunks and season with salt and pepper. Dust with flour and then roll in breadcrumbs.
- Heat enough oil in a frying pan to cover the chicken pieces and fry until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In a separate pan, add the pesto cream mixture and parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add the fried chicken pieces to the pesto cream mixture and let it coat the chicken evenly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve hot with your choice of side dish.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: 500kcal, Protein: 35g, Carbohydrates: 20g, Fat: 28g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Sodium: 650mg
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and rich texture due to the combination of pesto and cream cheese.
- Chicken is tender and juicy, coated in a flavorful pesto sauce.
- Great for those who enjoy a strong cheese flavor in their dishes.
User Comments:
- "The combination of pesto and cream cheese was an excellent choice! The dish was extremely creamy and delicious."
- "I loved how simple yet flavorful this dish was. It was perfect for a weeknight meal."
- "The chicken was so tender and juicy, paired with the pesto sauce, it was a match made in heaven."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- If you prefer a healthier option, you can bake the chicken instead of frying it.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
