Creamy Pesto Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
This easy and flavorful recipe for Creamy Pesto Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a surefire hit for any occasion. The juicy, tender chicken is coated in a creamy, savory sauce that is bursting with flavor from the pesto and sun-dried tomatoes. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete meal that will impress your family and friends.
The inspiration for this recipe came to me one evening when I was trying to think of a quick and easy way to cook chicken. I had some leftover pesto and sun-dried tomatoes in the fridge, and I thought, why not combine them? The result was this delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. I've made it countless times since then, and it's always a hit.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup pesto sauce
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, pesto sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the mixture over the chicken breasts.
  4. Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The combination of pesto and sun-dried tomatoes creates a flavorful and savory sauce that complements the chicken perfectly.
  • The cream cheese in the sauce helps to keep the chicken moist and tender.
  • Baking the chicken in the oven ensures that it is cooked evenly and thoroughly.