Description
Healthy Pesto Stuffed Chicken Breast is a delightful and nutritious dish that seamlessly combines tender chicken with a creamy, flavorful filling. This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare, but it also makes for an impressive dinner option that’s perfect for family gatherings or meal prep. The rich basil pesto paired with cream cheese creates a mouthwatering stuffing that elevates the chicken to new heights. Whether served alongside fresh salads, roasted vegetables, or whole grains, this dish is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- 1 egg
- 2/3 cup breadcrumb mix
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, basil pesto, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Carefully slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the filling mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Dip stuffed breasts in beaten egg and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Place in a greased baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, cover with foil, and bake for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (about 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg