Best 5 Chicken Pesto Parmesan Non Breaded Recipes
Chicken pesto parmesan is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be cooked in under 30 minutes. This recipe does not involve breading the chicken, making it a healthier alternative to traditional chicken parmesan. The chicken is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with pesto, Parmesan cheese, and white wine, and it is then topped with additional Parmesan cheese and broiled until golden brown. Served over pasta or rice, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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PESTO PARMESAN CHICKEN
Need a yummy idea for chicken breasts? Try this 4-ingredient idea using crispy panko bread crumbs.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with foil; spray with cooking spray. Between pieces of plastic wrap or waxed paper, place each chicken breast smooth side down; gently pound with flat side of meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/2-inch thick.
- In shallow dish, mix together pesto and mayonnaise. In another shallow dish. mix together bread crumbs and cheese. Dip chicken into pesto mixture then dip in panko mixture. Place on baking sheet.
- Bake 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (165°F) and coating is golden brown. Garnish with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
NO BREADING BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN
My family loves this recipe. I use perdue perfect portions boneless skinless breasts and ragu extra meat spaghetti sauce when making this. This is quick and easy to make. There are never any leftovers.
Provided by bmcnichol
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400.
- Combine parmesan cheese, parsley, basil and oregano in a baggie.
- Wash each breast with water and put in cheese mixture.
- Spray 11 x 13 pan wih olive oil cooking spray.
- Make sure each piece is coated with cheese and place each breast in pan and dump remaining cheese mixture on top.
- Cook for 20-25 minutes until chicken is done.
- Top with spaghetti sauce and then add mozzarella cheese.
- Bake unitl cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
- Serve with a side of spaghetti, salad and garlic bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.1, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 127, Sodium 823.7, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 44.3
CHICKEN PESTO PARMESAN (NON-BREADED)
A non-breaded but super tasty spin on chicken parmesan. This is a recipe I just threw together one day when I was trying to think of something to do with chicken breasts and a little leftover pasta sauce. It's EASY and takes no time at all to prep if you have pre-made sauce and pesto. I make this with Kittencal's Perfect Pesto (#144195) and my own Magic Fresh Tomato Sauce (#388224). I never bother measuring myself, so you might have to adjust the amount of tomato sauce so it's close to but not covering the top of the chicken. Serve this with angel hair pasta if desired. Once again, I will beg you to use real shredded parmesan cheese and not the powdered stuff in a can. This makes a huge difference, and you don't even have to shred it yourself if you don't want to - just pick up a bag of pre-shredded. Any Italian blend cheese works great too.
Provided by ItalianMama
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4 chicken breasts, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Spoon a little tomato sauce in a baking pan to cover the bottom and lay chicken breasts on top. Add more sauce around (but not on top of) breasts as desired, but only enough to come a little way up the sides of the chicken - make sure the top is uncovered!.
- Divide and spread pesto on each chicken breast, adjusting the quantity depending on how much you like pesto - I use a lot!
- Bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes until chicken is done (juices run clear). The exact amount of time will vary depending on the size/thickness of your chicken, so you have to watch them (I recommend a meat thermometer).
- About 5-10 minutes before chicken is done, top each breast with shredded cheese.
- Serve chicken breasts with or without pasta, spooning sauce from the pan around or on top of chicken.
BAKED PESTO PARMESAN CHICKEN WITH GARLIC
Steps:
- Line a 9-by-13-by-2-inch baking pan with foil and then lightly grease the foil.
- Trim excess fat and remove the skin from the chicken, if desired. Sprinkle the chicken pieces lightly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper and place in the prepared pan.
- Combine the pesto, garlic, and lemon juice; rub the mixture evenly over the chicken pieces. Cover the pan tightly with foil and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
- Heat the oven to 375 F.
- Remove the foil and drizzle the chicken breasts lightly with olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes, or until chicken is cooked. Juices will run clear when chicken is pierced with a fork. The minimum safe temperature for chicken is 165 F (USDA Guidelines).
- Sprinkle with shredded or grated Parmesan cheese and continue baking for about 2 to 3 minutes longer. Optional Homemade Pesto
- Combine 2 cups of fresh basil leaves and about 1/3 cup of pine nuts in a food processor. Pulse 5 to 7 times to chop the basil finely. Add 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 2 teaspoons of chopped garlic and pulse 4 or 5 times more. With the processor running, add 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil in a steady stream. Transfer the pesto to a bowl. Taste and add salt and freshly ground black pepper, as desired.
- Store fresh pesto in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator for about 1 week. If you won't be using the pesto right away. A thin layer of olive oil drizzled over the pesto will keep it looking fresh and bright.
- Freeze homemade pesto -- without the cheese -- in an airtight freezer bag or container for up to 6 months. Add the cheese before using.
- Spinach and Basil Pesto - Follow the recipe above, but use half spinach leaves and half basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 542 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 159 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 50 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 305 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 36 g, ServingSize 4 Servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
EASY PESTO CHICKEN SKILLET
This is a tasty budget meal that incorporates a handful of ingredients found in your pantry. The key to this cooking properly is keeping the chicken and broccoli florets an even size. I highly recommend freshly prepared pesto.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Pesto Chicken
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir for about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Transfer chicken to a bowl and keep warm.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet and add gemelli. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 8 minutes. Add broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, until completely cooked, about 5 more minutes.
- Add tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese, whipping cream, and pesto until combined. Return chicken to the skillet and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 68.3 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1361.6 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
Tips:
- Use a food processor to finely chop the nuts and herbs for the pesto. This will help create a smooth and creamy sauce.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the nuts and herbs by hand. Just be sure to chop them very finely.
- Use high-quality olive oil for the pesto. This will help give the sauce a rich and flavorful taste.
- If you don't have Parmesan cheese, you can use another hard cheese, such as Asiago or Romano. The key is to use a cheese that will melt well and has a sharp flavor.
- Use a non-stick skillet to cook the chicken. This will help prevent the chicken from sticking to the pan and will make it easier to clean up.
- Cook the chicken over medium-high heat. This will help to sear the chicken and prevent it from drying out.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. The chicken is done cooking when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken and will make it more tender.
Conclusion:
Chicken pesto Parmesan is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, the pesto is flavorful and creamy, and the Parmesan cheese adds a touch of richness. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
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