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January 26, 2017 By Kristine

Bacon Wrapped Pesto Chicken

Filed Under: Main Dish | Updated: January 13, 2020 | 21 Comments

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This 40 minute bacon wrapped pesto chicken looks fancy, but it’s really an easy weeknight dinner! Read on…

These bacon wrapped pesto chicken breasts are loaded with flavor!I am notorious for making dinners (and breakfasts and desserts) that are quick and easy to prepare, but that are still loaded with flavor and variety and this bacon wrapped pesto chicken is no exception.

Try these easy bacon wrapped pesto chicken breasts for dinner!We eat a lot of chicken over here, mainly because I am not the biggest red meat fan and I will be the first one to admit that I get bored, like seriously bored to DEATH of bland chicken recipes. So, in order to save myself, I started to get more creative with our chicken dinners. That’s how this bacon wrapped pesto chicken was born! I like bacon and I like pesto! Wa-la!

These delicious bacon wrapped pesto chicken breasts are the perfect wholesome dinner!Don’t let the fancy appearance of this chicken fool you, it really is SUPER easy to put together; all you need are a few toothpicks and some bacon. Just slice the chicken breasts open (creating a pocket), spoon in some pesto, wrap the bacon around the outside, loosely place a toothpick to secure, sear them on each side, cover them with shredded cheese, and bake them up. When this bacon wrapped pesto chicken comes out of the oven, it’s bubbly, crispy, and bursting with flavor!

Note: I often use homemade pesto in my recipes, but you can easily use a good quality jarred pesto too. If you need a great pesto recipe, here’s the one I use. It comes out perfect every time.

Bacon Wrapped Pesto Chicken

5 from 1 vote
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Course: Main Dish
Servings: 4 chicken breasts
Author: Kristine
Ingredients
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 TBS olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 + slices of bacon
  • Pesto
  • 1-2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Slice chicken breasts down the center creating a pocket.
  • Spoon pesto inside chicken and stuff with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Wrap bacon around chicken breasts and secure with a toothpick.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Place prepared chicken breasts in hot skillet for 3-5 minutes on each side.
  • Turn breasts right side up, spoon more pesto over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes prior to serving.
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Try these other easy weeknight favorites too! You’ll love this healthy beef stew or this easy baked ziti – you can make them both in one pot!  Boom!

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  1. Jennie Durren

    January 26, 2017 at 5:46 pm

    This looks great! I’ve never thought to pair pesto and bacon but it sounds really delicious. I think we’ll give it a try in February.

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    • Kristine Underwood

      January 26, 2017 at 6:45 pm

      Thank you so much! The flavors really work well together, this has become one of our favorites! Hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  2. Christine

    January 26, 2017 at 6:12 pm

    Hello to a fellow Christine-

    What a great simple recipe for dinner! I adore pesto and bacon so this is a wonderful dinner option. Yum!

    Reply
    • Kristine Underwood

      January 26, 2017 at 6:46 pm

      Hello Christine!! You are so kind, thank you! It has become one of our dinnertime favorites! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Lisa | Garlic & Zest

    January 26, 2017 at 6:43 pm

    What a lovely dish! Love the freshness of pesto and BACON! My husband’s gonna want this one!

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    • Kristine Underwood

      January 26, 2017 at 6:47 pm

      Thank you so much, Lisa! Heck yes, this is totally a husband pleasing meal. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Platter Talk

    January 26, 2017 at 8:22 pm

    This chicken looks absolutely divine. I love pesto, I love bacon and I love chicken. Nice.

    Reply
    • Kristine Underwood

      January 27, 2017 at 5:15 am

      Thank you so much! That was my thought exactly. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Lisa Bryan | Downshiftology

    January 26, 2017 at 8:41 pm

    Love recipes that are simple ingredients but packed with flavor (and who doesn’t like bacon?!). 🙂

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    • Kristine Underwood

      January 27, 2017 at 5:16 am

      Thank you Lisa! I totally agree! My husband is a fan of anything if I add a little bacon!

      Reply
  6. sushma

    February 1, 2017 at 12:52 am

    chicken on a weeknight dinner.. that sounds interesting.. even though I am a vegetarian I still found it appealing.. You got me there with this beautiful pictures,

    Reply
    • Kristine Underwood

      February 1, 2017 at 10:53 am

      Thank you Sushma! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Veena Azmanov

    February 1, 2017 at 4:20 am

    I love how simple and easy this is to make. I always have pesto on hand so this would be perfect for my quick cooking . Thanks

    Reply
    • Kristine Underwood

      February 1, 2017 at 10:54 am

      Quick cookin’ with lots of flavor, win! Thank you, Veena!

      Reply
  8. Angela

    February 1, 2017 at 4:43 am

    This looks fantastic I love chicken wrapped in bacon too, it’s such a great combination.

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    • Kristine Underwood

      February 1, 2017 at 10:54 am

      Thank you Angela! Heck yes, well actually bacon wrapped anything sounds good to me – LOL!

      Reply
  9. sue | theviewfromgreatisland

    February 1, 2017 at 5:34 am

    LOVE how simple this recipe is and how SHORT the ingredient list is! I just happen to have some freshly made pesto in the fridge, too!

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    • Kristine Underwood

      February 1, 2017 at 10:55 am

      Thanks so much, Sue! I agree, short real ingredients make the best meals! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Cecilia

    February 6, 2017 at 12:32 pm

    What a great recipe! And your pictures just look awesome! Made me hungry …

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    • Kristine Underwood

      February 7, 2017 at 6:27 am

      Aw shucks! Thank you, Cecilia! You’re so sweet! I hope you enjoy it if you try it, it’s become one of our all-time favorite dinners. 🙂

      Reply

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