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Colorful pesto chicken and vibrant mixed vegetables arranged neatly on a white ceramic plate, garnished with fresh basil leaves, with a rustic wooden table background, showcasing textures of crispy chicken and tender veggies, styled simply yet appetizingly.

Easy One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies for a Quick Weeknight Dinner

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A simple and flavorful one-pan pesto chicken and vegetables perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup pesto sauce
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear in the skillet until golden on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Spread pesto sauce over the chicken.
  5. Add cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and red bell pepper around the chicken.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Notes

  • You can substitute or add other vegetables such as zucchini or mushrooms.
  • Adjust pesto amount to preferred flavor intensity.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Bake, Sear
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with veggies
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 500 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg