Chicken with Artichoke and Basil Pesto

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 8
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 262.5
  • Total Fat: 7.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 105.0 mg
  • Sodium: 1,122.5 mg
  • Total Carbs: 3.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.3 g
  • Protein: 43.4 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Chicken with Artichoke and Basil Pesto calories by ingredient


Introduction

This is a recipe I found in the local newspaper. I was really surprised how good it turned out. This is a recipe I found in the local newspaper. I was really surprised how good it turned out.
Number of Servings: 8

Ingredients

    2 teaspoons olive oil

    4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves

    Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

    1 tablespoon salt-free lemon-and-herb seasoning (I used Lemon Pepper seasoning in substitute for this because I couldn't find it)

    One 14-ounce can or two 7-ounce jars artichoke hearts, drained

    1 packed cup fresh basil leaves

    2 cloves garlic

    ½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, or more as needed

    2 tablespoons olive oil

    2 tablespoons freshly grated Pecorino Romano or parmesan cheese

Directions

Serves 8

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken all over with salt and pepper. Season both sides with the lemon-herb seasoning. Place the chicken in the hot pan and cook until golden brown and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side.

2. Meanwhile, in a blender, combine the pesto ingredients and process until smooth, adding more broth if necessary to create a thick sauce.

3. Transfer the cooked chicken to a warm serving platter or individual plates and top with the pesto.

Number of Servings: 8

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ADORNIER.