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Colorful pesto chicken and vibrant roasted vegetables on a rustic wooden plate, garnished with fresh herbs, enticing textures, and a drizzle of pesto, styled casually with natural lighting and subtle shadows

Simple One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies for Weeknights

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A straightforward, flavorful one-pan pesto chicken and veggie dish, ideal for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts1 cup basil pesto2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved1 zucchini, sliced1 red bell pepper, sliced2 tablespoons olive oilSalt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, add to skillet, and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden.Spread pesto evenly over chicken.Add cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and red bell pepper around chicken.Transfer skillet to oven, bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Notes

Serve hot with rice or crusty bread if desired

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Baking, Searing
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Low Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg