Baked Pesto Chicken
This elegant and classic presentation of Baked Pesto Chicken is excellent for entertaining or other special occasions. Easy and tasty too!
Ingredients
- 4 (about 1 1/4 pounds total) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
- 1/2 cup BUITONI Refrigerated Pesto with Basil (7 oz.)
- 2 plum tomatoes, sliced (optional)
- 3/4 cup (3 ounces)shredded mozzarella cheese
Method
PREHEAT oven to 400° F. Line baking sheet with heavy-duty foil.
PLACE chicken and pesto in medium bowl; toss to coat. Place chicken on prepared baking sheet.
BAKE for 20 to 25 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Remove from oven; top with tomatoes and cheese. Bake for an additional 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
