Creamy Pesto Chicken (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Components

01 - 2 chicken breasts, boneless and without skin (roughly 1.3 lbs total)
02 - A pinch of pepper (1/8 tsp)
03 - A small pinch of salt (1/8 tsp)
04 - 2 tablespoons of olive oil, split for cooking
05 - 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
06 - A pint of grape tomatoes, cut in halves
07 - Half a cup of thick cream
08 - 1/4 cup of your favorite pesto sauce

# Instructions:

01 - Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to make two thinner sections per breast. If you'd rather not do that, you can pound the breasts flat and just cut them into halves. Sprinkle both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper so it's seasoned well.
02 - Put a big pan on medium heat and let it warm up. Drizzle in a tablespoon of olive oil and spread it around the pan. Place the chicken in the pan and cook for 7-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until they’ve browned nicely and are fully cooked inside. Take the chicken out and put it on a clean plate for now.
03 - Lower the heat under your pan to medium-low. Put in the remaining olive oil and toss in the minced garlic and tomato halves. Stir them every now and then for about five minutes—wait until the tomatoes become soft and juicy.
04 - Add the cream to the pan along with the pesto. Stir everything together so it blends into a smooth sauce. Let it gently bubble, then give it a quick taste. Adjust with a bit more salt or pepper if you think it needs it.
05 - Move the cooked chicken back into the pan, tucking each piece into the sauce. Flip the chicken to cover each side with sauce. Let everything cook together for another 2-3 minutes until the chicken is warmed through and the flavors are blended. Serve it hot.

# Notes:

01 - You can use different kinds of pesto, like the classic basil version or a sun-dried tomato pesto for a twist.
02 - Affordable store brands like Barilla, Alessi, Classico, or Filippo Berio are good options for pesto.
03 - This dish can be whipped up in just 35 minutes, great for weekdays or impressing someone special.
04 - The vibrant sauce and creamy texture make this chicken dish feel fancy without much effort.

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