How to Make Pesto Chicken Bake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and easy dinner recipe to add to your repertoire? Look no further than this mouthwatering Pesto Chicken Bake! This dish is the perfect combination of tender, juicy chicken, flavorful pesto, and gooey melted cheese, all baked to perfection.

Whether you're cooking for a family dinner or hosting a casual get-together with friends, this Pesto Chicken Bake is sure to be a hit. Not only is it simple to make, but it also requires just a handful of ingredients, making ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ pounds bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 ½ pounds baby red potatoes
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • ½ cup pesto
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Combine chicken, potatoes, tomatoes, pesto, water, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large roasting pan; mix well.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    780 cal.

    • Total Fat: 47g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 187mg
    • Sodium: 454mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 57g
    • Vitamin C: 31mg
    • Calcium: 264mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1453mg