Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Pesto Chicken Bake that combines shredded rotisserie chicken with basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and a blend of cheeses, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, basil pesto, halved cherry tomatoes, garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil and pour the chicken mixture into it, spreading it out evenly.
- Top the mixture with a generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Once done, take it out and allow it to rest for about 5 minutes.
- Finish by sprinkling fresh basil on top before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, replace the rotisserie chicken with spiralized zucchini or cauliflower rice.
- Incorporate additional veggies like spinach or bell peppers into the chicken mixture for added flavor and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg