How To Make Creamy Pesto Chicken
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup prepared pesto
Instructions
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Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked through.
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Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and pesto.
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Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
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Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
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Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the chicken is heated through.
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Serve the creamy pesto chicken with your choice of sides.
Nutrition
- Calories : 420kcal
- Total Fat : 22g
- Saturated Fat : 8g
- Cholesterol : 134mg
- Sodium : 578mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 3g
- Protein : 48g
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