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Keto Pesto Chicken

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  Published on January 23rd, 2019
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  Last modified April 11th, 2023
ChefGB HernandezDifficultyIntermediateRating
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Yields4 Servings
Prep Time15 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time30 mins
Nutrition Facts

Serving Size About 4 oz

Servings 4

2g
Net Carbs

Amount Per Serving
Calories 363
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.8g40%
Total Carbohydrate 2.5g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Protein 38.4g77%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Directions

Directions
Pesto
1

In a food processor or blender, combine the basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese, blending until a
paste forms.

Chicken
2

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

3

Slice chicken breast horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets.

4

Season to taste with salt and pepper.

5

Spread the avocado oil over a baking sheet evenly.

6

Place the chicken on baking sheet and spread about 1 teaspoon of pesto over each piece.

7

Bake for 15 minutes or until chicken has reached 165°F.

8

Remove from the oven and spread one more tablespoon of pesto on each piece.

Directions

Directions

Directions
Pesto
1

In a food processor or blender, combine the basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese, blending until a
paste forms.

Chicken
2

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

3

Slice chicken breast horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets.

4

Season to taste with salt and pepper.

5

Spread the avocado oil over a baking sheet evenly.

6

Place the chicken on baking sheet and spread about 1 teaspoon of pesto over each piece.

7

Bake for 15 minutes or until chicken has reached 165°F.

8

Remove from the oven and spread one more tablespoon of pesto on each piece.

Keto Pesto Chicken
GB Hernandez is a contributor for Ketogenic.com

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