Creamy Pesto Chicken Recipe
Try Creamy Pesto Chicken Recipe with chicken, pesto, garlic, cream, broth, and Parmesan for a creamy and flavorful weeknight meal
Equipment
- Large skillet or pan
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tongs or spatula
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts sliced in half lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Optional: cherry tomatoes or spinach
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare chicken
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Step 2: Sear chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
Step 3: Sauté garlic
- In the same pan, add garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Make sauce
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and pesto. Stir well until smooth.
Step 5: Add cheese
- Mix in Parmesan cheese and let the sauce thicken slightly.
Step 6: Return chicken
- Place chicken back in the pan and coat with sauce.
Step 7: Simmer
- Let everything simmer for 8–10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
Step 8: Serve
- Serve warm with your favorite sides.