Cheesy Pesto Stuffed Chicken

30 minutes

This Cheesy Pesto Stuffed Chicken is the ultimate dinner recipe! Ready in 30 minute or less, this dish is packed with flavor and so easy to make.

It combines boneless, skinless chicken breasts with basil pesto, grape tomatoes, and two types of cheese.

Perfect for weekday dinners or date nights in….if you’re looking for an easy, delicious twist on dinner, you’ll love this recipe!

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When it comes to dinner, my family is all about chicken.

It might have something to do with the fact that it’s my favorite thing to make (and eat)…so everyone else has learned to love it too. But the truth is, we eat a lot of it. And this Pesto Stuffed Chicken is our new favorite!

It’s made with less than 10 ingredients, but it’s seriously packed with flavor. Between the fresh tomatoes and the basil pesto and two types of cheese….it’s like an explosion in every bite.

I’ve always been a huge fan of pesto because it adds SO much flavor to any recipe. 

And when you combine it with cheese…and tomatoes…and chicken…you really can’t go wrong.

Of course, I found everything I needed to make this yummy meal at our go-to grocery store, Pick ‘n Save.

Pick ‘n Save always has the best selection of ingredients, from fresh produce to cheeses to meats. I’ve been loving their new Heritage Farm chicken breasts, which come in a family pack that’s perfect for this recipe.

And speaking of perfect….the MOST perfect part of this recipe is how incredibly easy it is to make! Just 5 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking time and you have yourself a dinner that everyone is sure to devour.

Ingredients

• 4 Tbsp. olive oil
• 6 boneless skinless Heritage Farm chicken breasts
• 6 slices Roundy’s provolone cheese
• 1 jar basil pesto
• 3 Tbsp. butter
• 3 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 1/2 c. shaved parmesan cheese
• 1/2 c. halved grape tomatoes
• 2 Tbsp. fresh basil

Instructions

1. Start with 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts. Slice each chicken breast along one side to create a pocket. Be sure not to cut them all the way through.
2. Stuff each pocket with 1 slice provolone cheese and 1-2 Tbsp. prepared pesto.Pinch chicken breasts closed and use toothpicks to secure.
3. In a large skillet, heat 2 Tbsp. olive oil over medium-high heat. Place chicken in skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove from heat.
4. Add 3 Tbsp. butter to a large baking pan. Place in preheated oven to melt butter, then add 3 Tbsp. lemon juice and mix to combine.
5. Place chicken breasts in baking pan; cover with foil and bake 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
6. Remove from oven; sprinkle with shaved 1/2 c. shaved parmesan.
7. Combine remaining pesto with 2 Tbsp. olive oil; spoon over chicken breasts.
8. Top with 1/2 c. halved grape tomatoes and fresh basil.

How to freeze

Yes, you can absolutely prepare stuffed chicken breasts in advance and freeze until ready to bake. To do so, simply slice the chicken breasts along the side, stuff with cheese and pesto, and secure with toothpicks. You can then store them all together in a gallon size freezer bag or individually in smaller sized bags. To bake, remove them from the freezer and follow the recipe instructions. You will need to increase baking time to 45 minutes.

Side dishes

Stuffed Chicken goes well with a variety of side dishes, from salad to noodles to vegetables. I would suggest pairing it with Parmesan Roasted Green Beans, 3-Cheese Loaded Italian Salad, or these 30-Minute Dinner Rolls.

Related recipes

• Chicken Piccata
• Pesto Chicken Pasta
• Manicotti
• Chicken Flatbread Pizza
• Lemon Chicken Rice Casserole
• Chicken Alfredo Pizza
• Pesto Chicken Salad
• Italian Sliders

Cheesy Pesto Stuffed Chicken

Yield: 6

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

This Cheesy Pesto Stuffed Chicken is the ultimate dinner recipe! Ready in 30 minute or less, this dish is packed with flavor and so easy to make. It combines boneless, skinless chicken breasts with basil pesto, grape tomatoes, and two types of cheese. Perfect for weekday dinners or date nights in....if you're looking for an easy, delicious twist on dinner, you'll love this stuffed chicken recipe!

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Ingredients

• 4 Tbsp. olive oil
• 6 boneless skinless Heritage Farm chicken breasts
• 6 slices Roundy's provolone cheese
• 1 jar basil pesto
• 3 Tbsp. butter
• 3 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 1/2 c. shaved parmesan cheese
• 1/2 c. halved grape tomatoes
• 2 Tbsp. fresh basil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°.
2. Slice each chicken breast along one side to create a pocket. Be sure not to cut the chicken breasts all the way through.
3. Stuff each pocket with 1 slice provolone cheese and 1-2 Tbsp. pesto. Pinch chicken breasts closed and use toothpicks to secure.
4. In a large skillet, heat 2 Tbsp. olive oil over medium-high heat. Place chicken in skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove from heat.
5. Add 3 Tbsp. butter to a large baking pan. Place in preheated oven to melt butter, then add 3 Tbsp. lemon juice and mix to combine.
6. Place chicken breasts in baking pan; cover with foil and bake 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Remove from oven; sprinkle with shaved parmesan.
7. Combine remaining pesto with 2 Tbsp. olive oil; spoon over chicken breasts.
8. Top with halved tomatoes and fresh basil.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 354Total Fat: 31gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 61mgSodium: 511mgCarbohydrates: 3gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 17g

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