Best 7 Crunchy Baked Pesto Chicken Thighs Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavorful and crispy chicken dish that's easy to make? Look no further than crunchy baked pesto chicken thighs! This delicious recipe combines the tangy, nutty flavor of pesto with the crispy texture of baked chicken thighs, creating a dish that's sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED PESTO CHICKEN



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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

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup refrigerated basil pesto
2 -3 plum tomatoes, sliced (optional)
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

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.

BAKED PESTO CHICKEN THIGHS AND POTATOES



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Prepared pesto is all you need to turn plain chicken and potatoes into a flavorful dinner. Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.

Provided by France C

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound mini red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
¼ cup prepared pesto, divided
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Mix potatoes with 2 tablespoons pesto in a bowl. Transfer potatoes into a large 11x13-inch baking dish. Unfold chicken thighs in the same bowl; rub remaining pesto on all sides. Fold thighs back up into original shape and place into the baking dish next to the potatoes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, stirring potatoes occasionally, until potatoes are soft when pieced with a fork, 28 to 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 197.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

CRUNCHY BAKED PESTO CHICKEN THIGHS



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Easy and flavorful baked chicken thighs amped up with pesto!

Provided by RainbowJewels

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup panko bread crumbs
½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
½ tablespoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons prepared pesto

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine panko, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Place chicken thighs onto the prepared baking sheet and coat each side with pesto. Press panko mixture onto chicken.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 83.2 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 517.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

PESTO CHICKEN BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Pesto Chicken Bake Recipe by Tasty image

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

3 chicken breasts
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
4 tablespoons basil pesto
1 roma tomato, sliced
1 cup mozzarella cheese

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

PESTO CHICKEN BAKE



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This pesto chicken bake recipe only uses one pan and is a quick meal to prepare that is delicious for the whole family.

Provided by SDaisy2

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 ½ pounds bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
1 ½ pounds baby red potatoes
1 pint cherry tomatoes
½ cup pesto
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Combine chicken, potatoes, tomatoes, pesto, water, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large roasting pan; mix well.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 780.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 186.7 mg, Fat 46.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 57.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 453.6 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

CRISPY AND TENDER BAKED CHICKEN THIGHS



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A simple spice blend gives tons of flavor to the crispy skin and moist, juicy thigh meat. This is in the oven in just minutes for a delicious (and budget-friendly!) main dish.

Provided by Nicole Burdett

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
8 bone-in chicken thighs with skin
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon onion salt
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground thyme
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Arrange chicken thighs on prepared baking sheet.
  • Combine garlic salt, onion salt, oregano, thyme, paprika, and pepper together in a small container with a lid. Close the lid and shake container until spices are thoroughly mixed. Sprinkle spice mixture liberally over chicken thighs.
  • Bake chicken in the preheated oven until skin is crispy, thighs are no longer pink at the bone, and the juices run clear, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.8 calories, Carbohydrate 0.2 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 177.5 mg

CRISPY BAKED PESTO CHICKEN



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Top a crunchy coating with pesto and mozzarella to get a simply delicious pesto chicken dish. Or, as we like to call it, Crispy Baked Pesto Chicken.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE Chicken Coating Mix
2 Tbsp. CLASSICO Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce and Spread
1/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Coat chicken with coating mix; place in 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 20 min. or until done (165ºF).
  • Top with pesto and cheese; bake 5 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 28 g

Tips:

  • Use a good quality pesto. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking sheet. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
  • Bake the chicken until it is cooked through. This will ensure that it is safe to eat.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides. Some good options include rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

This recipe for crunchy baked pesto chicken thighs is a delicious and easy way to enjoy chicken. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful pesto sauce, then baked until it is crispy and juicy. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete meal.

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