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Weeknight • Chicken

Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken and Potatoes

This vibrant sheet pan meal brings together tender chicken, roasted potatoes, and bright pesto for effortless dinner.

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken and Potatoes

Say hello to your new favorite weeknight savior! This Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken and Potatoes recipe is so easy, it practically cooks itself. Minimal cleanup and maximum flavor? Yes, please!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1.5 lbs small potatoes (such as creamer or Yukon Gold), quartered or cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup prepared basil pesto
  • Optional: Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

  2. Step 2

    On the prepared baking sheet, toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer.

  3. Step 3

    Roast for 15 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    While potatoes are roasting, in a medium bowl, toss the chicken pieces with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.

  5. Step 5

    After 15 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add the seasoned chicken and halved cherry tomatoes to the sheet pan around the potatoes. Toss everything gently to combine.

  6. Step 6

    Return to the oven and roast for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are fork-tender and lightly browned.

  7. Step 7

    Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Drizzle the pesto generously over the chicken and vegetables, tossing gently to coat. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil if desired.

Tips

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in a tablespoon of pesto for 15-30 minutes before roasting.
  • Add some chopped bell peppers or zucchini to the sheet pan along with the chicken for more veggies.

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