12 Genius Recipes That’ll Make You Obsessed with Pesto
Pesto isn’t just a sauce—it’s a secret weapon for instantly leveling up any meal. These 12 genius recipes take that vibrant, herby flavor and work it into everything from sandwiches and pastas to soups and sides. Whether you’re using classic basil pesto or fun variations like sun-dried tomato or arugula, each dish is bursting with bold, crave-worthy flavor. Get ready to see pesto in a whole new (delicious) light!
Chicken Pesto Sandwich
One of our ultimate sandwiches is this chicken pesto sandwich! It stars grilled chicken breast topped with herby basil pesto, fresh mozzarella, and ripe tomatoes, all nestled between two slices of crusty bread.
Instant Pot Pesto Chicken
This Instant Pot Pesto Chicken is the perfect meal to throw together if you need to cook, but don’t have a lot of time. It requires about 10 minutes of active effort at the beginning, and then all you need to do is press the right buttons on your Instant Pot and wait. You’re left with a pesto-y, tomato-y, cheesy dish that you’re going to LOVE!
Shrimp and Ricotta Pasta Bake
This pasta bake is perfect for using up all of the fresh summer vegetables in your garden or at the farmer’s market, including basil pesto, zucchini, and asparagus. Add some pasta, cheese, and shrimp and you have a complete and delicious meal!
Sausage Pesto Lasagna Rolls
Sausage Pesto Lasagna – An easy to make lasagna that’s a change from the ordinary! Lasagna noodles all rolled up with Italian sausage, pesto, and of course, cheese! This dinner is packed with flavor!
Easy Baked Pesto Mozzarella Chicken
Have dinner on the table in just 30 minutes with this easy and delicious baked pesto mozzarella chicken. Low-carb, gluten-free, and made with simple ingredients.
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Tomato Pesto Pizza
Do you love to make homemade pizza? Tomatoes and pesto are an amazing pairing and Tomato Pesto Pizza might become your new favorite go-to at home!
Pesto Garlic Bread
Banish boring garlic bread from your kitchen forever! This pesto garlic bread recipe is super easy to make and bursts with incredible flavor.
Pesto Eggs
The TikTok Viral Pesto Eggs are the latest must-have breakfast recipe. Simple and quick to make with basic ingredients but packed with flavor.
Pesto Zoodles
Pesto Zoodles, aka zucchini noodles with pesto! Low-carb pasta made with fresh zucchini noodles and a homemade pesto that will have your tastebuds singing!
Pesto Grilled Salmon & Pasta
Easy & simple to make, pesto grilled salmon is cooked on the grill and then served on a bed of creamy pasta for a delicious summer time meal.
Air Fryer Pesto Chicken Bites
Enjoy making Air Fryer Pesto Chicken Bites, a tender, flavorful way to enjoy chicken breast or chicken thighs using the bold flavors of basil, garlic, and parmesan cheese in just 15 minutes or less!
Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad
Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad is the perfect dish for summer! Filling, fresh and full of flavor, it’s a dish that is perfect for a weekend barbeque, weeknight dinner or even a quick afternoon snack!
