Foil Packed Pesto Chicken Recipe

Enjoy a delicious and healthy pesto chicken dinner with minimal cleanup! This easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal, requiring just 35 minutes from start to finish. Juicy chicken breasts are infused with vibrant pesto and your favorite veggies, all cooked to perfection in foil packets for effortless cleanup.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 193.6 kcal
Protein 62g
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Ingredients for Foil Packed Pesto Chicken

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How to Make Foil Packed Pesto Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine pesto, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place chicken breasts in the center of each piece of aluminum foil (approximately 12x12 inches).
  4. Top each chicken breast with 2 tablespoons of pesto mixture.
  5. Evenly distribute the cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and red onion around the chicken.
  6. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of olive oil over the vegetables.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Fold foil over the chicken and vegetables to create a sealed packet.
  9. Place packets on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

2g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Foil Packed Pesto Chicken?

Foil Packed Pesto Chicken takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Foil Packed Pesto Chicken?

Foil Packed Pesto Chicken has approximately 193.6 calories per serving, with about 62 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Foil Packed Pesto Chicken?

The key ingredients for Foil Packed Pesto Chicken are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves, Roma Tomatoes, Zucchini, Basil Pesto. See the full list with measurements above.

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