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Creamy Pesto Chicken Is An Easy Dinner Recipe Made With Chicken Cream Cheese
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Creamy Pesto Chicken

Indulge in this restaurant-quality Creamy Pesto Chicken, a perfect weeknight dinner that is both easy and satisfying. By combining tender, golden-seared chicken breasts with a velvety, herb-infused sauce made from cream cheese, fragrant basil pesto, and fresh parmesan, this dish delivers a rich and consistent flavor profile. It is a balanced meal that features lean protein and a glossy, luxurious sauce, ensuring a gourmet experience right in your own kitchen with minimal stress and effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin cutlets
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced finely
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper to your preference.
  3. Brown chicken cutlets on both sides until golden and fully cooked through.
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a warm plate.
  5. Lower the heat to medium and add minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing for thirty seconds until fragrant.
  6. Whisk in the cream cheese and chicken broth until the mixture reaches a smooth consistency.
  7. Stir in the basil pesto and parmesan cheese until fully incorporated.
  8. Return the chicken to the pan and simmer briefly to coat each piece thoroughly in the creamy sauce.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for the smoothest sauce consistency. If the sauce is too thick, add an extra splash of chicken broth. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.