⏱ 40 min total

Creamy Pesto Chicken

Name: Creamy Pesto Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: ½ clove Garlic; ½ tbsp Olive oil; 4 oz Chicken breast; ¼ dash Salt; ¼ dash Black pepper; ¼ small raw Red onion; 1 cup, chopped Kale; ¼ lemon yields Lemon juice; ⅜ cup, fluid Heavy whipping cream; ¹⁄₁₆ cup Basil pesto; ¼ cup cherry tomatoes Cherry tomatoes; ½ tbsp Butter

Per 1 serving · 372 g · 12 ingredients

Calories

682

34%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
32g
18% of calories
Carbs
14g
8% of calories
Fat
57g
74% of calories

Portion

At a glance

One serving of Creamy Pesto Chicken (372 g) has 682 calories, with 32 g of protein, 14 g of carbohydrates and 57 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (74% of calories). It is high in protein (64% DV), Vitamin A (88% DV) and Vitamin C (101% DV). Keep an eye on saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 136% and 73% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

183cal

medium energy density

Protein per 100 cal

4.7g

Net carbs

10g

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

3.8g

5.8 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein64%
Vitamin A88%
Vitamin C101%
Vitamin E33%
Vitamin K436%
Thiamine22%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Dietary fiber13%
Vitamin B1216%
Zinc15%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Saturated fat136%
Cholesterol73%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 5 minCook 35 min

1
Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally to create cutlets. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2
Heat half of the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook half of the cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through to 165°F. Remove and repeat with remaining cutlets.
3
Reduce heat to medium, add remaining butter and olive oil, then add red onion and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, for 1-2 minutes.
4
Add the kale and cook, stirring, until lightly wilted, about 1 minute. Add the lemon juice and stir for an additional 30 seconds. Remove to a plate.
5
Without cleaning the skillet, add cream and heat for 1 minute. Stir in the pesto and return chicken to the pan. Simmer and thicken for 1-2 minutes.
6
Serve chicken cutlets over kale, topped with sauce and halved cherry tomatoes.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (372 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	794 μg	88%
Vitamin C	91 mg	101%
Vitamin D	1 μg	5%
Vitamin E	5 mg	33%
Vitamin K	523 μg	436%
Thiamine	0.3 mg	22%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.4 mg	34%
Niacin	12 mg	75%
Vitamin B6	1 mg	95%
Folate (B9)	116 μg	29%
Vitamin B12	0.4 μg	16%
Pantothenic acid	2 mg	41%
Choline	113 mg	21%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	211 mg	21%
Iron	2 mg	22%
Potassium	923 mg	20%
Magnesium	83 mg	20%
Phosphorus	392 mg	56%
Zinc	2 mg	15%
Copper	1 mg	120%
Manganese	1 mg	23%
Selenium	27 μg	49%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	2 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0 g	—
Alpha carotene	74 μg	—
Arginine	2 g	—
Aspartic acid	3 g	—
Beta carotene	4,214 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.3 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0 g	—
Fluoride	4 μg	—
Fructose	1 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	1 g	—
Glutamic acid	5 g	—
Glycine	1 g	—
Histidine	1 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0 g	—
Isoleucine	2 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	2 g	—
Lycopene	958 μg	—
Lysine	3 g	—
Maltose	0 g	—
Methionine	1 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	19 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	7 g	—
Proline	1 g	—
Retinol	417 μg	—
Serine	1 g	—
Starch	0 g	—
Sucrose	0 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	1 g	—
Total omega 3	0.1 g	—
Total omega 6	1 g	—
Tryptophan	0.4 g	—
Tyrosine	1 g	—
Valine	2 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	1 μg	—

Burning 682 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

130min
Walking (3.5 mph)
82min
Cycling (moderate)
57min
Running (6 mph)
96min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Creamy Pesto Chicken?

One serving of Creamy Pesto Chicken (1 serving) has 682 calories, which works out to 183 calories per 100 g. That is about 34% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Creamy Pesto Chicken high in protein?

It provides a solid 32 g of protein per serving (64% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 18% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Is Creamy Pesto Chicken keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 10 g of net carbs and 8% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Creamy Pesto Chicken?

365 mg per serving.

How much sugar is in Creamy Pesto Chicken?

5.8 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (372 g)

Calories682

% Daily Value*

Total fat 57g	73%
Saturated fat 27g	136%
Trans fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 220mg	73%
Sodium 365mg	16%
Total carbohydrate 14g	5%
Dietary fiber 3.8g	13%
Total sugars 5.8g
Protein 32g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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