Chef-Boy-I-Be Illinois’ Pesto Chicken Bundles

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Chef-Boy-I-Be Illinois' Pesto Chicken Bundles are a perfect dish for a healthy and delicious dinner meal
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 package boursin cheese , softened
1/3 cup pesto sauce ( homemade or store bought )
1 can tomato sauce
1 jar sliced mushrooms
1 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon dry oregano
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
548
Sugar
5g
Fat
33g
Chef-Boy-I-Be Illinois' Pesto Chicken Bundles is an amalgamation of tender chicken breast, creamy cheese and aromatic pesto sauce with a twist of tomato sauce and mushrooms to deliver a savory and tasty meal. It is a perfect dinner option that is both healthy and flavorful. The dish is quite easy to make and can be customized according to personal taste preferences and dietary requirements. Chef-Boy-I-Be Illinois' Pesto Chicken Bundles can be served with a side of vegetables or salads to provide a balanced and nutritious meal that is perfect for the whole family.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Lay out four pieces of aluminum foil, about 14 inches long and wide.
3.Brush each piece of foil with oil to keep the chicken from sticking and place one chicken breast in the center of each piece of foil.
4.Spread equal parts of the Boursin cheese on top of each chicken breast.
5.Spoon equal amounts of pesto sauce on top of each chicken breast.
6.Pour a quarter of the tomato sauce on top of each chicken breast, followed by a quarter of the sliced mushrooms.
7.Drizzle equal amounts of white wine over each chicken breast and sprinkle each chicken breast with oregano, salt and pepper.
8.Pull up both sides of the foil and fold the edges together to seal the packets.
9.Place chicken bundles on a baking sheet and bake for approximately 35-40 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
10.Remove from the oven and let chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

PROS

This dish is a healthy and delicious dinner option that is easy to prepare and customizable according to taste preferences.
Pesto and Boursin cheese blend well with the juicy and tender chicken breasts to create a perfect harmony of flavors.
The use of aluminum foil and sealed packets keeps the chicken moist and tender during baking.

CONS

The dish may contain high levels of sodium depending on the brand of tomato sauce and pesto used.
If someone is sensitive to these, it’s best to use low sodium tomato sauce and pesto or better to make sauce and pesto from scratch.
Additionally, the dish contains relatively high fat content due to the usage of cheese.
It is important to consume the dish in moderation and as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Boursin cheese used in the dish is high in calcium which is an essential nutrient for strengthening bones and improving nerve and muscle function. Pesto sauce contains pine nuts which are rich in magnesium and protein. Magnesium plays a vital role in improving heart health, while protein supports muscle growth and repair. The chicken breast is a great source of lean protein which is essential for maintaining muscle mass and reducing hunger cravings.

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