Ingredients

• 8 boneless chicken breasts
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup pecans
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• Salt and pepper to taste

How to make Baked Chicken With Pesto directions

• 1

  Combine olive oil, basil, pecans, garlic, and parmesan cheese in a food processor or blender and blend the mixture until smooth. Season the pesto with salt and pepper to taste.

• 2

  Heat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line the baking sheet using tin foil.

• 3

  Rub salt into the chicken. Put the chicken and pesto into a bowl and toss until coated. Place the chicken onto a baking sheet.

• 4

  Bake the chicken 20 to 25 minutes or until it is no longer pink. Remove the pan from oven and top the chicken with cheese. Continue baking until the cheese melts.