Easy Pesto Mozzarella & Tomato Stuffed Chicken
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with fresh mozzarella, tomato, and basil pesto, baked to golden perfection and garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup basil pesto
4 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a baking dish.
- Slice pockets in chicken breasts; season inside and out.
- Spread pesto inside each pocket; layer mozzarella and tomato slices.
- Brush chicken tops with garlic and olive oil.
- Bake 25–30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and cheese is melted.
- Rest 5 minutes; garnish with basil and serve.
Notes
Avoid overstuffing; sear for extra crispiness; add spinach or roasted peppers for variation.