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Creamy Pesto Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes

Creamy Pesto Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes: A Flavorful Weeknight Delight

A delicious recipe for Creamy Pesto Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes that's ready in just 30 minutes, keto-friendly, and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Can swap for thighs
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pesto Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use sour cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for dairy-free
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Regular tomatoes can be substituted
  • 1 piece Onion Shallot can be used
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can replace with vegetable oil or butter

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare your baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss the cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer on the baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes.
  3. Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear in a skillet for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the pesto and stir, then add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until combined. Simmer on low heat until the sauce thickens.
  6. Add the cooked chicken and roasted tomatoes back into the skillet, stirring to coat everything in sauce. Heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Plate the creamy pesto chicken hot and serve with pasta, rice, or zoodles. Garnish with fresh basil or extra Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.

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