Are you looking for the perfect low-carb recipe to add to your collection? You are going to fall in love with this chicken pesto bake! This delicious dish is so good that you won't even realize you are on a special diet. Plus, it's so easy--anybody can do it!
Below, we show you just how simple it is to whip up this decadent meal. Whether you are entertaining guests or just want something tasty for yourself--you are definitely going to want to try this one out. Be sure to catch the video below for a complete step-by-step for this recipe.
Low-carb chicken pesto bake
Chicken pesto bake
4
5 minutes
25 minutes
30 minutes
4 chicken breast, boneless skinless
½ cup pesto (store-bought or see homemade version below)
1 cup shredded mozzarella
2 large tomatoes sliced
1 teaspoon salt
pepper to taste
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Then place in a greased baking dish.
Evenly spread pesto on top of each piece of chicken. Top with tomato slices. Then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
Bake in oven for 50-55 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked and mozzarella is golden brown.
If you are looking to make homemade pesto, try the recipe below:
Pesto
8
20 minutes
20 minutes
3 bunches fresh basil, leaves picked
4 cloves garlic
1½ olive oil
½ lemon juiced
½ cup fresh grated parmesan
½ cup pine nuts (optional)
½ teaspoon salt
In a food processor, add in basil, garlic, lemon, parmesan, pine nuts and salt.
Turn food processor on and slowly drizzle in olive oil. Mix with a spoon, scrapping the sides. Then blend again for 30 seconds to make sure everything is finely chopped and fully incorporated.
Use on meats, pasta or anything you like!