Flavorful Pesto Chicken with Green Beans and Cherry Tomatoes
Delight your palate with this easy-to-make meal prep dish packed with tender chicken, crisp green beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a delicious basil pesto sauce. Perfect for a quick, wholesome meal!
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides and place in the heated skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side or until fully cooked through and golden brown.
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Remove cooked chicken from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing them into thin strips. Set aside.
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In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and add the trimmed green beans. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the green beans are crisp-tender.
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Add the sliced chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, and basil pesto to the skillet with the green beans. Mix well until all ingredients are coated with the pesto sauce and heated through.
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Enjoy immediately or divide the dish evenly into 4 food storage containers, then store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.