Creamy Pesto Chicken Bites

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Chicken breast
• 0.5 cup Basil pesto
• 0.75 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• to taste Salt and black pepper
• 1 pinch Red pepper flakes(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized 1-inch cubes and season generously with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and sear until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour in the heavy cream and basil pesto, stirring to combine with the chicken and pan juices.

5. 5

   Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken evenly.

6. 6

   Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted. Garnish with red pepper flakes if desired and serve immediately.