Description
Healthy Pesto Stuffed Chicken Breast is a mouthwatering dish that seamlessly blends flavor and nutrition, making it perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to elegant dinner parties. This recipe features moist chicken breasts filled with a creamy basil pesto mixture, resulting in a satisfying meal that aligns with your health goals. Quick and easy to prepare, this stuffed chicken is sure to be a hit with family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg
- 2/3 cup breadcrumb mix
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, basil pesto, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Use a sharp knife to slice each chicken breast horizontally to create pockets for stuffing.
- Spoon the filling into each chicken pocket, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- Beat the egg in a separate bowl. Dip each stuffed chicken breast into the egg mixture and roll in the breadcrumb mix until coated.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on a parchment-lined baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg