Pesto Sheet Pan

This versatile Pesto Chicken Sheet Pan Meal is perfect for cancer recovery, packed with lean protein, vibrant veggies, and delicious pesto flavor! Designed in collaboration with the Markey Cancer Center, this dish offers two ways to enjoy it: as a comforting sheet pan dinner or a hearty soup. The combination of chicken, artichokes, tomatoes, spinach, and Italian cheeses makes it a nourishing and flavorful option, ideal for anyone looking to support their health during cancer treatment or recovery.
Ingredients:
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 sweet onion, diced
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Pinch of kosher salt
2 tbsp grated parmesan
3 tbsp pesto
14 oz quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
4-6 oz baby spinach
1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
1 cup cooked bite-sized pasta
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the sheet pan meal: Roast the chicken, veggies, and pesto on one pan and serve over pasta for an easy and balanced dinner.
For the soup: Combine the baked chicken and veggies with simmering chicken broth and pasta for a comforting, nutrient-rich soup.
Watch the video to see how to make both versions!
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