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Basil Pesto Tomato Mozzarella Chicken Bake

A delightful chicken bake featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless and skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup basil pesto
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for greasing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease a baking dish with olive oil. Place the chicken breasts in the dish and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Spread basil pesto evenly over the chicken breasts.
  4. Scatter halved cherry tomatoes over the top of the chicken.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over everything.
Baking
  1. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  2. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve.

Notes

For Halal options, substitute chicken breast with boneless turkey or plant-based alternatives. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze in individual portions for up to a month.