Description
This Pesto Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes is a vibrant, healthy, and flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken breasts baked with basil pesto and sweet cherry tomatoes. This easy pesto chicken recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or gluten-free, low-carb eating.
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1/2 cup basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
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2 cups cherry tomatoes
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Rub chicken with 1 tbsp olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
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In a separate bowl, toss cherry tomatoes with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Place seasoned chicken on one side of the baking sheet and tomatoes on the other.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
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Remove from oven. Spoon 2 tbsp of pesto over each chicken breast.
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Return to oven for 5 more minutes to warm the pesto.
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Plate the chicken with roasted tomatoes. Sprinkle with Parmesan and garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
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Serve with pasta, rice, or a simple green salad.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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For dairy-free, omit Parmesan or use a vegan alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
