Description
Pesto Chicken Crepes are a delightful dish that combines tender crepes with a creamy filling of chicken, pesto, and spinach. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering a burst of flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare and customizable, these crepes will impress your family and friends while bringing vibrant colors and delicious aromas to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup pesto sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 8 crepes (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until no longer pink. Shred the cooked chicken and mix with pesto, cream cheese, spinach, salt, and pepper.
- Make your crepes: If making from scratch, whisk together 4 eggs, 1 cup flour, 1 cup milk, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Cook in a nonstick pan for about 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Assemble the crepes: Spoon filling onto each crepe and fold neatly.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place filled crepes in a baking dish, top with extra pesto and parmesan cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crepe (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg