Oven-Ready
Pimiento Cheese and Cracker Crusted Chicken
with peas and fingerling potatoes
Prep & Cook Time: 35-45 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat, Soy
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesOver 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 4)
- 24 oz. Fingerling Potatoes
- 20 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Cutlet
- 10 oz. Peas
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2 oz. Shredded Cheddar Cheese
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2 oz. Cream Cheese
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1 oz. Red Pepper Pesto
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¾ oz. Roasted Garlic & Herb Butter
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6 Butter Crackers
- 2 tsp. Seasoned Salt Blend
- 1 tsp. Garlic Salt
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)
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Calories530
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Carbohydrates44g
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Net Carbs36g
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Fat21g
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Protein40g
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Sodium2050mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cooking Spray
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 1 Microwave
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 Bake the Potatoes
Prick potatoes all over with a fork.
In one provided tray, combine potatoes, 2 tsp. olive oil, seasoned salt, and a pinch of pepper. Spread into an even layer.Bake uncovered in hot oven until golden-brown and tender, 25-30 minutes.Carefully remove from oven.While potatoes bake, continue recipe. -
2 Bake the Chicken
Coarsely crush crackers in shipping bag. Get the kids involved! With supervision, have them help crush the crackers.
In a mixing bowl, combine half the crackers (reserve remaining for topping), cream cheese, shredded cheese, and pesto. Set aside.Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with 1/4 tsp. salt and a pinch of pepper.Place chicken in second provided tray. Evenly top with cracker-cheese mixture, then remaining crackers. Spray with cooking spray.Bake uncovered in hot oven until 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.While chicken bakes, continue recipe. -
3 Heat Peas and Finish Meal
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine peas and garlic salt. Top with butter. Kids want to help? With supervision, have them help stir the peas.
Microwave uncovered until peas are heated through and butter is melted, 2-3 minutes.Carefully remove from microwave. Stir to combine. Bon appétit!
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