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Bite sized cubes of chicken breast covered in a green pesto sauce in a clear baking dish with a spoon

Easy Make Ahead Pesto Chicken

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 217 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 chicken breasts approx 8oz each
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 8 oz fresh basil pesto

Instructions
 

  • Drizzle chicken breasts with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp kosher salt, place into a baking dish and cook for 35-40 minutes at 350F until cooked through.
  • Once chicken is cooked, dice into bite-sized chunks, then toss with the pesto to coat. Serve warm or cold with pasta, salads or veggies!

Notes

Nutritional values are approximate. 

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 713mgPotassium: 455mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 456IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg
Keyword chicken, Make Ahead, Pesto
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