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cheesy pesto baked chicken with melted mozzarella

Cheesy Pesto Baked Chicken

Make cheesy pesto baked chicken with cream cheese, basil pesto, and melted mozzarella for an easy low-carb dinner ready in about 40 minutes.
Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 30 minutes Total: 40 minutes
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Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to an even thickness
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto divided
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Stir the softened cream cheese with half of the pesto until smooth. Spread the mixture over the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
  • Spoon the remaining pesto over the chicken, then cover evenly with mozzarella.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the thickest piece reaches 165°F and the cheese is melted and lightly browned. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.