Pesto Chicken & Tomatoes

Easy Creamy Pesto Chicken and Tomatoes A Quick Dinner Recipe

Pesto Chicken & Tomatoes

A quick and flavorful 30-minute meal featuring tender chicken and roasted tomatoes tossed in creamy pesto, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 22

Total Time 32

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Chicken

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1 inch cubes

Pesto

1/2 cup basil pesto store-bought or homemade

Tomatoes

1 pint cherry tomatoes about 2 cups

Seasoning & Oil

1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
2 cloves garlic minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Optional Garnishes

fresh basil leaves for garnish
grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Equipment

Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Mixing bowl

Method

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, combine cubed chicken with 1/4 cup of pesto, salt, and black pepper. Toss until chicken is evenly coated.
On the same baking sheet, scatter the cherry tomatoes in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss gently.
Spread the pesto-coated chicken over the tomatoes. Arrange in a single even layer. Do not overcrowd the pan.
Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F) and tomatoes are soft and blistered.
Remove from oven and drizzle with remaining 1/4 cup pesto. Gently stir to combine. Let rest for a minute before serving.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil or Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully with pasta, grains, or a fresh green salad. For meal prep, it can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months (best in sauces or pasta).

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