Pesto Chicken and Vegetable Bake Recipe

This Pesto Chicken and Vegetable Bake is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines tender chicken with a variety of colorful vegetables, all coated in a delicious pesto sauce. It’s an easy one-pan meal that is perfect for busy weeknights.

The recipe is simple to prepare and can be customized with your favorite vegetables. It offers a delightful blend of flavors and requires minimal cleanup, making it a great option for family dinners.

Easy Pesto Chicken and Vegetable Bake

This dish features juicy chicken breasts baked with an assortment of vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a vibrant pesto sauce. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, etc.)
• 1/2 cup pesto sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
• Fresh basil for garnish optional

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add the pesto sauce and mix until the chicken is well coated.
3. Prepare the Vegetables: In another bowl, toss the mixed vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Combine: In a baking dish, arrange the coated chicken breasts and surround them with the seasoned vegetables. If using, sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
6. Serve: Garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve hot.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 4 servings
• Calories: 350kcal
• Fat: 18g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 10g

This recipe is part of my 39 Easy Healthy Family Dinner Ideas. Just click that link to see all the amazing options!

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Jeff Campbell

Jeff was a leader for Whole Foods Market for over 2 decades and is now a recovering foodie. When he's not spending time in the kitchen, he can usually be found with 3 daughters, practicing martial arts, making music, or blogging on his other sites. Click Here to learn more about me. Click Here to learn more about my site. Editorial Policies.

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