Description
Making this pesto chicken with cherry tomatoes feels like capturing the essence of a fresh garden in one pan.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Place the chicken breasts in the dish and drizzle them with olive oil. Rub the minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning over each piece. This simple seasoning builds a flavorful base that complements the pesto beautifully.
- Spoon the pesto evenly over the chicken, spreading it gently so each piece is well coated. The rich green color alone is enough to make you look forward to the final dish.
- Scatter the cherry tomatoes around and on top of the chicken. As they roast, they’ll soften and burst slightly, releasing their natural sweetness into the dish.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over everything. This adds a subtle, savory finish that melts into the pesto and juices.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and juicy. The tomatoes should be tender and slightly caramelized, and the kitchen will smell incredible.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving. Each bite of this pesto chicken with cherry tomatoes delivers a perfect balance of juicy chicken, herby pesto, and sweet roasted tomatoes.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately while the chicken is juicy and the tomatoes are warm.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with tomatoes
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg