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One Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies

This delightful dish combines juicy chicken, colorful vegetables, and rich pesto for a wholesome, easy-to-make meal with minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes Lean protein base for the dish.
  • 1 lb asparagus, cut into 2 inch pieces Adds fiber and freshness.
  • 4-5 cups broccoli, roughly chopped (2 heads) Nutrient-dense vegetable.
  • 1 8 oz jar sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped Brings sweetness and depth of flavor.
  • ⅔ cup pesto, homemade or store-bought Key flavor component.
  • 2 oz goat cheese Adds creaminess.
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese For finishing touch.
  • 3 tablespoons roasted pistachios, chopped Gives a crunchy texture.
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided Used for cooking.
  • to taste kosher salt For seasoning.
  • to taste black pepper For seasoning.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  2. Season chicken pieces with kosher salt and black pepper.
  3. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for about 4 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip the chicken and cook for another 4 minutes or until fully cooked through.
  5. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Cooking the Vegetables
  1. Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and reduce heat to medium.
  2. Add asparagus, broccoli, and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook for about 5 minutes until vegetables soften but remain crunchy.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Remove skillet from heat and add cooked chicken back to the pan.
  2. Pour in the pesto and crumble in goat cheese.
  3. Stir until everything is well combined and the cheese melts, adding water if needed for consistency.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped pistachios.

Notes

For best results, cut chicken into evenly sized pieces. Customize veggies based on preference. Serve immediately for the best flavor.