Weekday Meal-Prep Pesto Chicken & Veggies
Summary: This Weekday Meal-Prep Pesto Chicken & Veggies recipe is a convenient and flavorful option for busy days. With juicy chicken breast and roasted vegetables coated in a vibrant pesto sauce, it’s a balanced and delicious meal that can be prepared ahead of time for easy weekday lunches or dinners.
Category: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Duration: Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 small zucchini, sliced
- 1 small yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup store-bought or homemade pesto
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, toss the cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and bell pepper with half of the pesto sauce. Spread the vegetables around the chicken on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle the remaining pesto sauce over the chicken and veggies. Serve hot or let cool before storing in meal prep containers.
Nutrition Facts:
- Sugar: 2g
- Fiber: 5g
- Calories: 350
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 20g
