Mareco Pesto Mozzarella Chicken

Ingredients

• 12 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1.5 tbsp olive oil
• 0.25 cup pesto (store-bought or homemade)
• 0.75 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 clove garlic, minced(optional)
• 2 tbsp basil leaves (optional, for garnish)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper. If using garlic, mince it now.

2. 2

   Cook (20 minutes): Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 6–7 minutes per side (until cooked through). If using garlic, add it during the last 1 minute of cooking and stir to coat.

3. 3

   Assemble: Reduce heat to low. Spread pesto over the cooked chicken, then top with mozzarella.

4. 4

   Melt and finish: Cover the skillet and cook 3–5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with basil if desired and serve.