Express
Basil Pesto and Asiago Chicken
with Sicilian-style green beans
Prep & Cook Time: 10-15 min.
Spice Level: Medium
Cook Within: 4 days
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Contains: Milk
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g carbsOver 30g protein
- Gluten-Smart
- Mediterranean
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Chef
Jimmy Shay
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In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Green Beans
- 10 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Cutlet
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- ½ oz. Crispy Bell Pepper
- ½ tsp. Garlic and Parsley Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) 4PXG0e3m
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Calories490
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Carbohydrates20g
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Net Carbs13g
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Fat30g
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Protein37g
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Sodium1340mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using filets mignon, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Trim green beans, if necessary.
Pat chicken dry and season both sides with 1/4 tsp. salt and garlic and parsley seasoning. -
2 Cook the Chicken
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add chicken to hot pan and cook until browned and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 3-5 minutes per side.Cutlet thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner cutlet, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.Remove from burner. Evenly top chicken with pesto, then cheese. Cover and let sit until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes.While chicken cooks, continue recipe. -
3 Start the Green Beans
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add green beans to hot pan and cook, 1 minute.Add 1/4 cup water, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper. Cover and cook until tender, 6-8 minutes.If green beans need more time, add 2 Tbsp. water, cover, and stir occasionally, 1-3 minutes.Remove from burner. -
4 Finish Green Beans and Finish Dish
Stir softened Sicilian sauce (to taste) into green beans until melted and combined.
Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping green beans with crispy bell peppers. Bon appétit!
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