By Jillian Adamson
G - Cheesy Chicken & Pesto Caprese Bake
18 steps
Cook:30min
"Basil, tomato and mozzarella are a banging combo! Smother pesto over chicken breast, top it with mozzarella and bake until gooey and melted. Make it a winner with roasted cherry tomatoes, red onion and crispy potatoes on the side".
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 14:07:44 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
62
Moderate
Glycemic Load
16
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories807 kcal (40%)
Total Fat53.7 g (77%)
Carbs25.6 g (10%)
Sugars7.5 g (8%)
Protein54.2 g (108%)
Sodium910.6 mg (46%)
Fiber4.1 g (15%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
2 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 220°C/ 200°C (fan)/ 425°F/ Gas 7 Cut the potatoes (skins on) into bite-sized pieces
Step 2
Cut the red onion into wedges, leaving the skins on (this helps them cook quicker!)
Step 3
Add the chopped potatoes, red onion wedges and cherry tomatoes to a baking tray (or two!)
Step 4
Add the balsamic vinegar, a pinch of salt and 2 tbsp olive oil and give everything a good mix up
Step 5
Put the tray in the oven for 25-30 min or until the vegetables are soft and the potatoes are crisp – this is your caprese bake
Step 6
Add the chopped potatoes, red onion wedges and cherry tomatoes to a baking tray (or two!)
Step 7
Add the balsamic vinegar, a pinch of salt and 2 tbsp olive oil and give everything a good mix up
Step 8
Put the tray in the oven for 25-30 min or until the vegetables are soft and the potatoes are crisp – this is your caprese bake
Step 9
Drain and pat the mozzarella dry with kitchen paper (squeeze as much liquid out as you can)
Step 10
Tear the drained mozzarella into rough, bite-sized pieces
Step 11
Add the chicken breasts to a glass baking dish
Step 12
Top the chicken with the classic basil nut pesto and torn mozzarella
Step 13
Season with a pinch of salt and pepper
Step 14
Put the tray in the oven for 15-20 min or until the cheese is golden and the chicken is cooked through (no pink meat!) – this is your mozzarella & pesto chicken
Step 15
Once the vegetables are done, carefully cut off the root, then remove and discard the skins of the red onion
Step 16
Serve the mozzarella & pesto chicken with the caprese bake to the side
Step 17
Pour over any remaining chicken juices
Step 18
Bosh!
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