Pesto Mozzarella and Tomato Stuffed Chicken
Pesto Mozzarella Tomato Stuffed Chicken Breasts feature juicy chicken filled with basil pesto, melted mozzarella, and fresh tomatoes baked until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ cup basil pesto
4 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
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Slice pockets into chicken breasts.
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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Fill pockets with pesto, mozzarella, and tomatoes.
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Sear chicken in olive oil for 2–3 minutes per side.
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Transfer to baking dish and bake 20–25 minutes.
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Rest briefly before serving.
Notes
Secure the chicken with toothpicks if the filling begins to spill during cooking.