Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes & Green Beans
Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes & Green Beans is a vibrant and flavorful one-pan meal that brings together succulent chicken breasts, sweet cherry tomatoes, and crunchy green beans, all roasted to perfection. This easy-to-make recipe not only simplifies cleanup but also offers a delicious and nutritious dinner option for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With the aromatic burst of pesto, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (approximately 2 cups)
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- ½ cup pesto sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and half of the pesto.
- In a bowl, toss cherry tomatoes and green beans with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the center of the pan and surround it with the vegetables. Drizzle remaining pesto over everything.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and veggies are tender.
- Serve hot, optionally drizzling with extra pesto.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with ½ cup veggies
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap green beans for asparagus or zucchini based on your preferences. For enhanced flavors, marinate the chicken in pesto for a few hours before cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.