Keto Pesto Chicken Recipe

Served with fresh pesto, mozzarella, tomato, & basil, this easy keto pesto chicken recipe is juicy, tender, & bursting with flavor! It's super easy to make, can be made with chicken breasts or thighs.

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Ingredients

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Step 1

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Step 2

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Step 3

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Step 4

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Keto Pesto Chicken Recipe

Served with fresh pesto, mozzarella, tomato, & basil, this easy keto pesto chicken recipe is juicy, tender, & bursting with flavor! It's super easy to make, can be made with chicken breasts or thighs.

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