This pesto chicken and veggies meal prep is a lifesaver for anyone who’s looking for a quick and easy way to eat healthy during the week! Tender chicken breasts, green beans, and tomatoes are coated in a delicious basil pesto.

 

Ingredients

Total Time:  22 minutes

Prep Time : 10 minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes

for 4 servings

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • 1 lb green beans or mixed peppers 
  • 2 cups tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup basil pesto
Weekday Meal Pesto Chicken & Veggies

Instruction

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat, then add the chicken thighs. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the center, then remove from the pan. Slice into strips.
  2. Add the green beans or peppers to the same pan and cook until tender-crisp.
  3. Return the chicken strips to the pan, then add the tomatoes and pesto. Stir until fully incorporated.
  4. Serve immediately or divide into 4 food storage containers and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  5. Enjoy!