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Pesto Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Pesto Chicken Meal Prep Bowls


  • Author: Emily Walker
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 - 8 1x

Description

Simple, fragrant, and packed with bold Mediterranean flavors, these Pesto Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are a go-to for quick, satisfying lunches or easy dinners. Juicy chicken baked in vibrant pesto, served with a fresh tomato topping and a sprinkle of Parmesan—meal prep never looked (or smelled) so good.


Ingredients

Scale

4 lbs chicken breasts, skinless and boneless

4 tbsp Italian seasoning

2 cups pesto

Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

For Serving

8 tbsp pesto (extra for drizzle)

2 Roma tomatoes, chopped

4 tbsp grated Parmesan


Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Season the chicken: Place chicken breasts in a baking dish. Rub with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and 2 cups of pesto.

Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest before slicing.

Top and serve: Portion sliced chicken into containers. Top each with chopped Roma tomatoes, a spoonful of pesto, and a sprinkle of Parmesan.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 430 / Serving
  • Fat: 28g / Serving
  • Carbohydrates: 4g / Serving
  • Protein: 38g / Serving