Oven-Ready
Pesto Parmesan Chicken
with zucchini and grape tomatoes
Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 5 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g carbs
Chef
Ryan Pugh
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 for hours over a hot stove (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 8 oz. Sliced Zucchini
- 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
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1 oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
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1 oz. Basil Pesto
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0.7 oz. Butter
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2 Tbsp. Italian Panko Blend
- 0.14 oz. Lemon Juice
- ½ tsp. Garlic Salt
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Nutrition (per serving) jOQAJaOA
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Calories410
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Carbohydrates14g
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Net Carbs12g
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Fat21g
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Protein43g
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Sodium1340mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Mixing Bowl
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 Prepare the Ingredients
Turn oven on to 425 degrees. Let preheat, at least 10 minutes. Thoroughly rinse any fresh produce and pat dry. Set butter on counter to soften.
Combine zucchini, tomatoes, 1 tsp. olive oil, and garlic salt in provided tray. Spread into an even layer.Bake uncovered in hot oven, 10 minutes. -
2 Add the Chicken
Carefully remove tray from oven. Drain any excess liquid, if desired. Push vegetables to one side and top with half the cheese (reserve remaining for chicken) and panko. Tray will be hot! Use a utensil.
Pat chicken dry, and season both sides with a pinch of salt. Place chicken in empty side of tray and top evenly with remaining cheese. -
3 Bake the Dish
Bake again uncovered in hot oven until chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 20-25 minutes.
While meal bakes, combine softened butter, lemon juice, and pesto in a mixing bowl.Carefully remove tray from oven. Remove chicken to a plate. Drain excess liquid from tray, if desired. Top chicken with pesto butter mixture. Bon appétit!
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