Pesto-Chicken Cheesecakes

Health score
6%
Pesto-Chicken Cheesecakes
45 min.
4
674kcal

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If you're looking for a unique twist on traditional cheesecakes, look no further than these delectable Pesto-Chicken Cheesecakes! Perfect for any occasion, these savory delights combine the creamy richness of cream cheese with the bold flavors of pesto and succulent chicken, making them an extraordinary centerpiece for your meal. Imagine indulging in a rich, velvety cheesecake that’s not just for dessert but intricately woven with flavors that dance on your palate.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving four generous portions, these cheesecakes are not only a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Their vibrant green hue from the pesto and the enticing aroma of freshly baked goodies are sure to impress your guests. Serve them hot or cold atop a bed of mixed salad greens for a refreshing contrast, and don’t forget to sprinkle some chopped fresh chives for that extra pop of color and flavor.

This recipe embraces convenience without sacrificing taste, as you can easily substitute store-bought pesto for homemade. The caloric breakdown also makes it a relatively balanced indulgence, allowing you to savor each bite without a hint of guilt. So why wait? Elevate your culinary repertoire and surprise your family and friends with these innovative Pesto-Chicken Cheesecakes that will undoubtedly become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • servings garnish: chives fresh chopped
  • cup meat from a rotisserie chicken cooked chopped
  • 16 ounce cream cheese softened
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose divided
  • servings salad greens mixed
  • tablespoons pesto 
  • ounce cup heavy whipping cream sour

Equipment

  • oven
  • knife
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Beat cream cheese at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth.
  2. Add eggs, 2 tablespoons flour, and Pesto, beating until blended. Stir in chicken.
  3. Pour into 4 (4-inch) springform pansM1
  4. Bake at 325 for 20 minutes. Stir together remaining 1 tablespoon flour and sour cream.
  5. Spread over cheesecakes, and bake 10 more minutes. Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Gently run a knife around edges of cheesecakes, and release sides.
  6. Serve hot or cold atop salad greens.
  7. Garnish, if desired.
  8. * 1 cup prepared pesto may be substituted for homemade.
  9. Note: Cheesecake mixture may be baked in a 9-inch springform pan.
  10. Add 5 minutes to the initial baking time, and an additional 5 minutes after adding the flour and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories674kcal
Protein12.88%
Fat77.96%
Carbs9.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.75
Glycemic Load
4.8
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.21130421369%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:674.07kcal
33.7%
Fat:58.96g
90.71%
Saturated Fat:30.78g
192.39%
Carbohydrates:15.59g
5.2%
Net Carbohydrates:15.23g
5.54%
Sugar:6.68g
7.43%
Cholesterol:268.13mg
89.38%
Sodium:551.13mg
23.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.91g
43.83%
Vitamin A:2750.25IU
55.01%
Selenium:30.21µg
43.16%
Vitamin B2:0.57mg
33.57%
Phosphorus:303.38mg
30.34%
Calcium:210.54mg
21.05%
Vitamin B3:3.49mg
17.46%
Vitamin B5:1.64mg
16.36%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.43%
Folate:53.25µg
13.31%
Vitamin C:10.37mg
12.57%
Potassium:412.99mg
11.8%
Zinc:1.74mg
11.58%
Vitamin B12:0.69µg
11.54%
Vitamin E:1.46mg
9.72%
Iron:1.62mg
9%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.4%
Magnesium:32.28mg
8.07%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.63%
Vitamin K:5.45µg
5.19%
Copper:0.1mg
4.91%
Vitamin D:0.5µg
3.33%
Fiber:0.36g
1.43%
Source:My Recipes