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pesto pasta crispy parmesan chicken

Pesto Pasta Crispy Parmesan Chicken: 7 Reasons to Love It


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy parmesan chicken served over pesto pasta.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 cups pesto sauce
  • 8 oz pasta of choice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  3. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  4. Coat chicken in parmesan cheese.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer chicken to a baking dish and bake for 15 minutes until cooked through.
  8. Mix cooked pasta with pesto sauce.
  9. Slice the chicken and serve over the pesto pasta.

Notes

  • Use fresh pesto for best flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning to your preference.
  • Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking and Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: pesto pasta, crispy parmesan chicken, Italian dish