How to Make Italian Chicken with Pesto Potatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian cuisine is known for its bold flavors, vibrant colors, and fresh ingredients. One dish that encapsulates all of these qualities is Italian Chicken with Pesto Potatoes. This dish is a delicious, aromatic, and comforting meal that is perfect for a cozy night in or a special gathering with loved ones.

The star of this recipe is the tender and juicy chicken, which is seasoned with a blend of Italian herbs and spices. The chicken is then seared to perfection, locking in all of the ...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 4 ½ ounces sliced mozzarella cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 slices Parma ham
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound small potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons prepared basil pesto

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a saucepan, bring the vinegar to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.
  • Cut a pocket in each chicken breast. Fill each pocket with an equal amount of mozzarella cheese, and season with salt and pepper. Wrap each chicken breast with a slice of ham. Arrange the wrapped chicken breasts in a baking dish. Place the tomatoes around the chicken, sprinkle all with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.
  • In a saucepan with enough lightly salted water to cover, boil the potatoes 15 minutes, or until tender. Drain, return to the pan, and coat with the pesto.
  • Place chicken breasts, tomatoes, and potatoes on serving plates, and drizzle with the reduced balsamic vinegar to serve.
  • Nutrition

    473 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 115mg
    • Sodium: 1177mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 44g
    • Vitamin C: 37mg
    • Calcium: 348mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 931mg