Oven-Ready
Crunchy Pesto Mozzarella Chicken
with roasted tomatoes and green beans
Prep & Cook Time: 45-55 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g carbsOver 30g protein
Chef
Jimmy Shay
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 10 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Cutlet
- 8 oz. Green Beans
- 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
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1 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
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1 oz. Basil Pesto
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¼ cup Italian Panko Blend
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½ oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 1 tsp. Garlic Pepper
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) yOkdmb3m
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Calories420
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Carbohydrates17g
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Net Carbs12g
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Fat23g
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Protein38g
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Sodium1360mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Mixing Bowl
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
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1 Start the Vegetables
Trim green beans, if necessary. Break green beans in half.
Prick tomatoes all over with a fork. If you receive one whole tomato instead, not to worry; simply core tomato, cut into 1/2" dice, and proceed with recipe instructions.In provided tray, combine green beans, tomatoes, 1/4 tsp. salt, garlic pepper, and 2 tsp. olive oil. Gently toss to coat. Spread into an even layer. Cover tray with foil.Bake covered in hot oven until tomatoes begin to burst, 15-20 minutes.While vegetables bake, continue recipe. -
2 Add the Chicken
Pat chicken dry and season both sides with 1/4 tsp. salt and a pinch of pepper.
In a mixing bowl, combine panko, mozzarella, and 2 tsp. olive oil.After 15-20 minutes, carefully remove tray from oven. Push vegetables to one side of tray. Tray will be hot! Use a utensil.Add chicken to now-empty side and top evenly with pesto, then mozzarella-panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere. -
3 Bake the Meal
Bake again uncovered in hot oven until vegetables are tender and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 18-22 minutes.
Cutlet thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner cutlet, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.Carefully remove from oven.To serve, top vegetables with Parmesan. Bon appétit!
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