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A vibrant and colorful plate featuring perfectly cooked pesto chicken breasts topped with fresh basil, accompanied by roasted mixed vegetables including cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and bell peppers, all arranged neatly on a rustic white plate with a drizzle of pesto sauce and garnished with parmesan cheese, styled with fresh herbs for a fresh and appetizing look.

Easy One Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies Dinner

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A simple, flavorful chicken and vegetable dish cooked in one pan with basil pesto sauce.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup basil pesto sauce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
  5. Spread pesto sauce over chicken breasts.
  6. Add cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and bell peppers around chicken in the skillet.
  7. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  8. Garnish with Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to swap vegetables based on seasonality or preference.
  • Serve with rice or crusty bread for a more filling meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Baking, Searing
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 380 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg