Pesto-Stuffed Chicken Breast

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A quick and easy keto pesto-stuffed chicken breast recipe.

Submitted by My Hot Southern Mess
Updated on June 22, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 stuffed chicken breasts
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Ingredients

  • nonstick aluminum foil

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 4 slices

  • 5 tablespoons prepared pesto, divided

  • 2 eggs

  • 2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

  2. Cut a pocket into each chicken breast. Evenly stuff pocket of each chicken breast with 1 slice mozzarella cheese and 1 tablespoon pesto.

  3. Beat together eggs and remaining 1 tablespoon pesto in a bowl. Place Parmesan cheese in a shallow dish. Dip chicken in egg mixture and then coat with Parmesan cheese. Place coated chicken breast onto the prepared baking sheet.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices are running clear, 20 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

503 Calories
30g Fat
4g Carbs
53g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 503
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g 38%
Saturated Fat 14g 69%
Cholesterol 217mg 72%
Sodium 1027mg 45%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 53g 105%
Vitamin C 1mg 2%
Calcium 828mg 64%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 359mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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