Description
Pesto Chicken Crepes are a delightful culinary creation that marries delicate crepes with a flavorful chicken and pesto filling. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself, this dish promises a burst of taste in every bite. With its creamy texture and aromatic ingredients, these crepes will transport you to a cozy bistro. Whether served as an elegant main course or a fun brunch option, they are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crepe Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth. Let rest for 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden brown on both sides (6-7 minutes per side) and cooked through.
- Create Pesto Filling: Shred the chicken and combine it with pesto sauce and Parmesan in a bowl.
- Cook the Crepes: Pour about ¼ cup of batter into a non-stick pan over medium heat; swirl to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until edges lift, then flip.
- Assemble: Place some chicken filling on each crepe and fold them over neatly. Optionally sprinkle more cheese on top.
- Bake (Optional): For added flavor, bake assembled crepes in an oven-safe dish at 350°F for 10 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crepe (180g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg