Baked Pesto Chicken with Olives and Feta

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

butter

1 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

1 1/2 lb

chicken thighs or chicken breasts

1 tsp

dried basil

salt and fresh ground pepper (to taste)

1/4 cup

basil pesto

garlic cloves (minced)

1 cup

half and half or evaporated milk (you can also use heavy whipping cream)

salt and fresh ground pepper (to taste)

1 cup

cubed reduced sodium feta cheese

1 cup

pitted olives, rinsed and dried to minimize sodium intake

fresh basil (chopped, for garnish, optional)