Easy Pesto Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken (Only 5 Ingredients!)

This easy one pan pesto and mozzarella dish is blistered cherry tomatoes in a cheesy pesto sauce stuffed into the juiciest tender chicken breasts. It’s only 5 ingredients and comes out perfect every time!

Summertime is a beautiful thing. One thing I know for sure is that our summer eats are some of the freshest, most delicious meals out there. Access to fresh pesto is on the top of the list! This pesto mozzarella chicken is my family’s favorite chicken dish. I love it because it is a one pan dish that I can throw together in no time!

When it comes to a mouthwatering recipe that combines the flavors of pesto, mozzarella, and juicy chicken, I can’t help but get excited. With just five simple ingredients, this easy pesto mozzarella stuffed chicken dish is about to become a favorite go-to in your household too!

why you’ll love pesto mozzarella and cherry tomatoes Stuffed chicken

• Convenience: With just a single pan, you can create a complete and satisfying meal without the hassle of multiple dishes to clean up afterward. Less time cleaning up and more time to enjoy the beautiful summer weather is always a plus!
• Bursting with flavor: The combination of pesto, mozzarella, and juicy cherry tomatoes creates a symphony of flavors that will make your taste buds dance with delight.
• Summer Vibes: This recipe truly captures the essence of the season. It’s like a little taste of summertime in each bite.
• Healthy and Nutritious: This recipe not only satisfies your cravings for delicious flavors but also provides essential nutrients to fuel an active lifestyle. Chicken breasts are a wonderful source of lean protein, while the pesto adds healthy fats from olive oil and pine nuts. Cherry tomatoes, on the other hand, are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, making this dish a wholesome dish for you and your family.
• Crow-Pleaser: Whether you’re preparing dinner for your own family or hosting a summer gathering this dish is sure to impress. It’s beautiful in presentation and appealing to a wide range of palates.

ingredients

To make this easy and delicious one pan stuffed chicken breasts recipe you’ll need a few ingredients that you can get at almost any grocery store or even online!

Here’s what we are working with:

• chicken breasts – we love ButcherBox chicken!
• pesto – homemade or store-bought works great for this recipe.
• sliced mozzarella cheese
• cherry tomatoes
• olive oil

how to make pesto and mozzarella stuffed chicken

1. Preheat oven to 420 degrees and prepare chicken; using a sharp knife create 5-6 slits in the chicken breasts widthwise about 1″ apart. Cut almost all the way through, leaving the bottom surface connected.
2. Rub pesto all over chicken including inside the formed slits.
3. Place a slice of mozzarella into each of the slits in the chicken.
4. Into a baking dish, place the cherry tomatoes or other vegetables (if using) and drizzle over the olive oil. Place the chicken on top a cook for 20-25 minutes at 420 degrees. Turn on broiler for an additional 2-3 minutes, optional.

I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do. It’s definitely one of those recipes worth saving. There’s nothing better than having what looks and tastes like a gourmet meal on the table, but one that saves you time behind the scenes. 

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