4. Baked Pesto Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes
Why it works: Fresh basil pesto, juicy cherry tomatoes, and melted cheese create a colorful, flavorful slice.
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 4 tbsp basil pesto
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
Steps:
- Spread pesto on chicken, arrange tomatoes around it.
- Bake at 370°F (~185°C) for 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, bake another 5 minutes.
Pinterest styling: Plate with fresh basil leaves, drizzle on olive oil, shoot on pastel dinnerware.
Variations:
- Use sun‑dried tomato pesto for extra tang.
- Substitute shredded gouda or fontina.
