Description
Fresh Pesto Chicken Crepes are a delightful culinary adventure that blends tender chicken with vibrant basil and garlic, all wrapped in delicate crepes. This dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a special meal at home. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, making it an unforgettable addition to any table. Embrace the taste of Italy with these flavorful crepes that promise to leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup pine nuts
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook each breast for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Make the Pesto: In a food processor, blend basil leaves, garlic, toasted pine nuts, and Parmesan until finely chopped. Slowly add olive oil while processing until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare Crepe Batter: Whisk together flour, eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Let rest for 30 minutes.
- Cook Crepes: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with butter or oil. Pour ½ cup of batter into the skillet, swirling to form a thin layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes until golden on both sides.
- Assemble Crepes: Spread pesto on each crepe, top with sliced chicken, then fold or roll them up.
- Create Creamy Sauce: In another skillet, warm heavy cream over low heat and stir in additional Parmesan until melted and creamy. Season as needed.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crepe (150g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 91mg