Tender chicken breasts filled with basil pesto, mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes, baked to juicy perfection with a golden finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup basil pesto
4 oz low-moisture mozzarella, shredded or sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano
Toothpicks or twine
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Cut a pocket in each chicken breast.
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Season inside and out with salt and pepper.
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Spread pesto inside each pocket.
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Add mozzarella and cherry tomatoes.
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Seal with toothpicks or twine.
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Place in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
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Sprinkle with seasoning.
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Bake 25–30 minutes or until internal temperature is 165°F.
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Optional: Broil 2–3 minutes for color.
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Let rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving.