Best 8 Baked Pesto Chicken Tenders Recipes
Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more? Look no further than our ultimate guide to baked pesto chicken tenders! This delectable dish combines the zesty flavor of pesto with the tender, juicy texture of chicken, creating a symphony of flavors that will have you coming back for seconds. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can whip up this restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, grab your apron, preheat your oven, and prepare to indulge in a feast that will leave you utterly satisfied.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BAKED PESTO CHICKEN
Make and share this Baked Pesto Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by TishT
Categories Chicken
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees 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 20-25 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center.
- Remove from oven; top with tomatoes and cheese.
- Bake for an additional 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
PESTO CHICKEN
Pesto Chicken made with fresh basil, spinach, garlic, walnuts and Parmesan cheese to make each bite irresistible!
Provided by Jessica Gavin
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place oven rack to the center position. Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Drizzle both sides of the chicken breast with olive oil. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Place chicken in an ovenproof baking dish or skillet.
- Bake in preheated oven until the internal temperature of the chicken is no longer pink and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, about 15 to 18 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the pesto. Place the basil and spinach in a resealable plastic bag. Use a rolling pin to lightly bruise the herbs and greens. Transfer to a food processor or blender.
- Heat a medium-sized skillet over medium heat. Toast garlic until the outsides are lightly browned, shaking pan occasionally, about 8 minutes. Peel garlic and add to food processor.
- Place walnuts in the same pan and toast over medium heat, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to food processor.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon salt to the food processor.
- Process pesto by pulsing five times to help break down the greens.
- Turn food processor on low speed, as it's running slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup olive oil until a smooth pesto with some smaller pieces is formed, about 10 seconds from start to finish.
- Add the parmesan cheese to the pesto and process on low speed for 5 seconds.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired. Transfer pesto to a small bowl.
- Brush some pesto sauce on each cooked chicken breast. Transfer to a serving platter.
- Top chicken with chopped walnuts, tomatoes, and cheese. Serve extra pesto sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 43 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Sodium 486 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BAKED PESTO CHICKEN TENDERS
Using only four ingredients and a few minutes of your time, these homemade chicken tenders are perfect for those busy weeknights. Basil, along with other ingredients in pesto, has many health benefits, and these are baked instead of fried, making them an overall healthier choice.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted Breasts
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Whisk pesto and mayonnaise together in a bowl. Dredge both sides of each chicken tender in the pesto mixture and coat with bread crumbs. Arrange tenders on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn chicken pieces and continue baking until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 15 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 74.2 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 300.9 mg
CILANTRO PESTO CHICKEN TENDERS
Very good marinade for chicken! The chicken itself comes out very moist and full of flavor. Definitely one to try. Taken from Weber's Real Grilling.
Provided by tinebean21
Categories Chicken
Time 2h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a food processor, finely chop the walnuts and garlic.
- Add cilantro, parsley, salt and pepper and process until finely chopped.
- With processor running, slowly add the oil to create a smoothe puree.
- Place chicken in large, resealable bag plastic bag, add the marinade and seal tightly.
- Make sure marinade is evenly distributed on all the chicken tenders.
- Refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Remove chicken from bag and thread on skewers.
- Grill over direct high heat for about 6 to 8 mins, turning over once.
- Serve warm with lime wedges.
PESTO CHICKEN AND RICE BAKE
This is a comforting casserole which requires just a few ingredients and in less than an hour dinner will be ready. For little ones, it's best to chop the tenders into bite-sized pieces.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted Breasts
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray an 8-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Mix 1 1/2 cups water together with rice, seasoning packets, and 2 tablespoons pesto. Pour mixture into the casserole dish.
- Toss chicken tenders with remaining pesto in a shallow dish. Place chicken on top of the rice.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Mix remaining water with Alfredo sauce. Remove dish from the oven and pour Alfredo sauce over the chicken, stirring to combine. Top with Parmesan cheese and bake until cheese melts, about 15 minutes more. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 75.9 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1116.5 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
PESTO CHICKEN BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breasts, salt, pepper, basil pesto, roma tomato, mozzarella cheese
Provided by Robert Broadfoot
Categories Lunch
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
- Place chicken breast in a baking dish. Season chicken with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Spread pesto on each chicken breast.
- Layer tomatoes on top of the chicken.
- Top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 1 gram
BAKED PESTO CHICKEN RECIPE - (4/5)
Provided by PineyCook
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly coat a baking dish with pam. Place chicken tenders in dish. Spoon basil pesto on each chicken tender. Spread to coat top of tenders. Place tomato slices on top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place slices of mozzarella on top of tomatoes. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese. Bake for 40 minutes. Remove from oven. Enjoy.
TUSCAN CHICKEN TENDERS WITH PESTO SAUCE
Golden bites of breaded chicken? You can't go wrong! A green and red pesto sauce for dipping adds a flavorful accent and festive color. Serve the little tenders warm or at room temperature. -Mary Lou Cook, Welches, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a shallow bowl, mix cornflake crumbs, 1/4 cup cheese and salt. Place 1/4 cup milk in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken in milk, then in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere. Place on greased racks in two foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, pesto, garlic powder, pepper and remaining milk and cheese; top with tomato and basil. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 34g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 826mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein.
Tips:
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenders: This will make the preparation process easier and ensure that the chicken cooks evenly.
- Use a food processor or blender to make the pesto: This will help to create a smooth and flavorful sauce.
- If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can chop the basil, garlic, and pine nuts by hand: Just make sure to chop them very finely.
- Use a large baking dish to ensure that the chicken tenders are not crowded: This will help them to cook evenly.
- Bake the chicken tenders at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden brown.
- Serve the chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce: Some popular options include ranch dressing, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.
Conclusion:
Baked pesto chicken tenders are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual party. The chicken tenders are coated in a flavorful pesto sauce and then baked until they are cooked through and golden brown. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
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