Description
Basil Pesto Tomato Mozzarella Chicken Bake is a delightful, one-pan dish that combines tender chicken breasts with the rich flavors of basil pesto, creamy mozzarella, and fresh tomatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this low-carb and gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile. Serve it over pasta or rice, or enjoy it on its own for a lighter meal. In just about 40 minutes, you can create a delicious dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 2 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a medium-sized casserole pan; sprinkle with salt and top with minced garlic.
- Spread basil pesto evenly over the chicken, then layer sliced tomatoes on top.
- Generously place mozzarella slices over each chicken breast.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Serve garnished with fresh basil and any juices drizzled over pasta or rice if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg