Pesto Chicken

Pesto Chicken is a flavorful, low-carb Italian dish perfect for a delightful midnight meal. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a vibrant homemade basil pesto, making it both nourishing and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Chicken breasts - 2 pieces (about 400g total)
• Fresh basil - 50g
• Parmesan cheese - 30g, grated
• Pine nuts - 20g
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Olive oil - 60ml
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a food processor, combine fresh basil, grated Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
3. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until you achieve a smooth pesto consistency.
4. Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
5. Spread a generous amount of pesto over each chicken breast, ensuring they are well-coated.
6. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F) and the chicken is cooked through.
7. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 50 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and nuts, beneficial for heart health.

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