Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Pesto Caprese Chicken in White Wine Pan Sauce. Juicy chicken breasts simmer in a rich white wine sauce infused with aromatic basil pesto, complemented by fresh mozzarella and sweet cherry tomatoes. Perfect for both cozy weeknight dinners and elegant gatherings, this dish offers an explosion of flavor that will leave your guests raving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop garlic finely.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; sear for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from pan.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Deglaze with white wine, scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in basil pesto and cherry tomatoes; cook for about 2 minutes.
- Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over it, and top with mozzarella slices. Cover until cheese melts (3-4 minutes).
- Serve the dish warm with crusty bread or a light salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg