This creamy pesto chicken recipe is rich, flavorful, and easy to make with tender chicken, basil pesto, cream, and Parmesan for a delicious dinner.

4 boneless chicken breasts

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup basil pesto

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup chicken broth

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

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1. Season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.

2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

3. Add chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

4. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.

5. Add garlic to the same skillet and cook for 1 minute.

6. Stir in pesto, heavy cream, and chicken broth.

7. Bring sauce to a gentle simmer.

8. Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.

9. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.

10. Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top.

11. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until heated through.

12. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.

Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.

Add spinach for extra vegetables.

Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.