One-Pan Pesto Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Juicy chicken breasts roasted in a vibrant basil pesto sauce, paired with sweet cherry tomatoes for a fresh, colorful dinner all prepared on one pan. This italian-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup basil pesto
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp, divided salt
- 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup, grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1/3 cup basil pesto with 1 tbsp olive oil. Spread the pesto evenly over the tops of the chicken breasts.
- Step 3: Arrange chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet and scatter 2 cups cherry tomatoes around them. Drizzle tomatoes with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Roast in the oven for 18-20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and tomatoes are blistered.
- Step 5: Remove from oven, sprinkle 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese over chicken and tomatoes, and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Pesto Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pan Pesto Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep basil pesto from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Pesto Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pan Pesto Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pan Pesto Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
Italian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
