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Pesto Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes

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Juicy and tender pesto chicken with roasted tomatoes is a fresh and healthy dinner bursting with Italian flavor. Grilled or pan-seared chicken breasts topped with zesty pesto and served with sweet, blistered cherry tomatoes make this dish perfect for weeknight meals or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided

  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

 

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.

  • Grill chicken on medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and grill marks appear.

  • Meanwhile, toss cherry tomatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes, until blistered and juicy.

  • Top grilled chicken with a generous spoonful of pesto.

 

  • Plate the chicken with roasted tomatoes on the side. Garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • You can bake the chicken if preferred — 375°F for 25 minutes or until internal temp reaches 165°F.

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in pesto for 30 minutes before grilling.

  • Pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad.

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