Description
Learn how to make a delicious Easy Pesto Chicken Breast Bake that is perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner. Try it now!
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast halves (24 oz / 680g)
- 120ml prepared basil pesto, divided
- 4 thin slices beef bacon, or more if needed
Instructions
- Set your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and lightly coat a baking dish with oil.
- Evenly distribute roughly 2 tablespoons of basil pesto on top of each chicken breast half, then wrap the entire chicken breast with slices of beef bacon. Arrange the wrapped chicken pieces in the greased dish.
- Cook in the heated oven until the chicken is cooked through, juices are clear, and the beef bacon is slightly crispy, which should take around 25 minutes.
Notes
- Evenly spread the basil pesto on each chicken breast for optimal flavor infusion.
- Feel free to add extra beef bacon slices for a richer dish.
- Check for chicken doneness by ensuring clear juices before removing from the oven.
