Cheesy Pesto Chicken Bake (Keto & Low Carb!)

Cheesy Pesto Chicken Bake (Keto & Low Carb!)

from instrupix.com

Ingredients

  • 3-4 chicken breasts ((about 1.5 pounds))
  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup store-bought basil pesto ((I like the Giovanni Rana brand))
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes ((halved))
  • 4-6 basil leaves ((chopped))

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 375 degrees and grease a large baking dish.

  2. 2

    Mix the softened cream cheese and basil pesto together.

  3. 3

    Lay the chicken breasts flat into your greased baking dish and evenly spread the cream cheese pesto mixture over top.

  4. 4

    Top with 1+ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.

  5. 5

    Bake uncovered in the center rack of the oven for 30-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.

  6. 6

    Garnish with your fresh chopped tomatoes and basil. Enjoy!