Description
Ingredients (Serves 4)
Chicken
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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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2–3 tbsp pesto (store-bought or homemade)
Veggies
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1 pint cherry tomatoes
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1 red onion, sliced
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1–2 zucchinis, sliced
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1 red bell pepper, chopped
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2 cups baby spinach (added at the end)
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3 tbsp olive oil
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp pepper
Feta
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1 block feta cheese (about 200g)
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Optional: extra crumbled feta for topping
Garnish
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Fresh basil
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Extra pesto for drizzling
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Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
1. Prep the Traybake
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Place chicken breasts on a large sheet pan.
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Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
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Spread pesto generously over each chicken breast.
2. Add the Veggies + Feta
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Scatter tomatoes, onion, zucchini, and bell pepper around the chicken.
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Drizzle veggies with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss lightly.
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Place the block of feta in the center or beside the chicken.
3. Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until:
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Chicken reaches 165°F (74°C)
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Veggies are tender
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Feta is soft and golden at the edges
(If you want extra color, broil for 2 minutes.)
4. Finish
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Add baby spinach directly onto the hot tray—it will wilt perfectly.
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Crumble or mash the roasted feta and mix lightly into the veggies.
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Spoon some of the feta-pesto juices over the chicken.
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Drizzle with extra pesto and garnish with fresh basil.
Serving Ideas
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Serve over rice, quinoa, or orzo
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Pair with garlic bread or a light salad
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Stir the roasted feta + veggies into pasta for a second meal
Approximate Calories
Around 430–520 calories per serving, depending on the amount of pesto and feta used.