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Pesto Chicken Bake

INGREDIENTS

8 (4 ounce) chicken cutlets ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground pepper ¼ cup refrigerated basil pesto (such as Buitoni) 4 medium plum tomatoes, sliced 1 ½ cups shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese ¼ cup thinly sliced fresh basil 2 tablespoons pine nuts, lightly toasted

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STEP-1

Place rack in top third of oven; preheat to 425 degrees F. Coat a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. 

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STEP-2

Arrange chicken in a single layer on the baking sheet. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper and spread evenly with pesto. 

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STEP-3

Top with tomato slices and cheese.

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STEP-4

Bake until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is lightly browned and bubbly, 18 to 20 minutes. 

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STEP-5

Top with basil and pine nuts. Serve immediately.

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