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Caprese Chicken Bake

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time20 minsTotal Time30 mins

A casserole dish with some food in it

 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
 ½ cup basil pesto
 1 ½ cups whole cherry tomatoes
 4 oz dry orzo, cooked
 ½ cup part-skim mozzarella cheese
 ½ tsp salt
 ½ tsp garlic powder
 ½ tsp garlic salt
 ½ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Toss chicken with pesto, salt, garlic powder, garlic salt, and red chili flakes in a

large bowl.

3. Transfer to a casserole dish, add whole cherry tomatoes, and spread evenly.

4. Bake for 12-15 minutes until chicken is nearly cooked through.

5. Remove from oven, stir in cooked orzo, and top with mozzarella.

6. Return to oven for another 7 minutes until cheese is melted and golden brown.

7. Serve hot and enjoy!

This Caprese Chicken Bake is an easy, high-protein meal with juicy whole cherry

tomatoes, fresh basil pesto, and melty mozzarella—all baked into one flavorful dish.

Minimal effort, maximum flavor!

 

Nutrition Facts

4 servings

Serving size

4

Amount per serving
% Daily Value *
Cholesterol 22mg8%
Sodium 19mg1%
Riboflavin 22mg1693%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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