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Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Heat a large skillet with a tablespoon of oil on a medium flame, add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes until they turn golden. Transfer them to a plate and set them aside.
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Add the remaining tablespoon of oil add the cherry tomatoes and roast for 5-6 minutes until the tomatoes start blistering. Remove the tomatoes to a plate and set them aside.
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To the same skillet, add the minced garlic, pesto sauce, and heavy cream and let it cook until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
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Transfer the chicken back to the skillet along with the tomatoes, and cook for 4-5 minutes.
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Once done, season with crushed pepper flakes and garnish with parsley. Serve the creamy pesto chicken with greens on the side.
- Choose chicken breasts that are similar in size for even cooking.
- If needed, pound the chicken so they are even thickness.
- Add in more veggies like onions, broccoli, asparagus or fresh spinach.
- Substitute shrimp or salmon for the chicken if preferred.
- You can use half and half instead of the heavy cream; however, the sauce will be less rich.
- If you have leftover pesto, you can freeze it for later use.
- Always cook the chicken to a minimum temperature of 165 degrees F when checked with a digital meat thermometer.
Calories: 558kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 181mg | Sodium: 867mg | Potassium: 1045mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1749IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 2mg