Keto basil pesto chicken cubes: A Flavorful Meal Reveal!
Keto basil pesto chicken cubes are a delicious and healthy meal option that combines tender chicken with flavorful basil pesto, perfect for a low-carb diet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Keto
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken, basil pesto, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Toss until the chicken is well coated with the pesto mixture.
- Spread the chicken cubes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the pesto for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg