Express
Family
Caprese Chicken
with pesto orzo
Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
- Calorie-Conscious
- Protein-Packed
Chef
Hannah Fenton
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In Your Box (serves 4)
- 20 oz. Cooked Orzo
- 20 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 8 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
- 2 oz. Basil Pesto
- 1 oz. Grated Parmesan Cheese
- ½ oz. Balsamic Vinaigrette
- 1 tsp. Garlic Salt
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories560
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Carbohydrates49g
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Net Carbs46g
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Fat21g
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Protein41g
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Sodium1450mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Pepper
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 2 Medium Non-Stick Pans
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using antibiotic free chicken, follow same instructions.
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If using sirloin steaks, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Quarter tomatoes. If you receive one whole tomato instead, not to worry; simply core tomato, cut into 1/2" dice, and proceed with recipe instructions.
Pat chicken dry and season both sides with garlic salt and a pinch of salt and pepper. -
2 Cook the Chicken
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add chicken to hot pan and cook until browned and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 5-7 minutes per side.Remove from burner.While chicken cooks, continue recipe. -
3 Cook the Orzo
Place another medium non-stick pan over medium heat.
Add cream base, 1/4 cup water, and pesto to hot pan. Stir to combine, then bring to a simmer.Once simmering, add cheese, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally until thickened, 2-3 minutes.Add orzo and stir occasionally until combined and warmed through, 2-3 minutes.Remove from burner. -
4 Make Tomato Topping and Finish Dish
In a mixing bowl, combine tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette, and a pinch of salt.
Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping orzo with chicken and garnishing chicken with tomato topping. Slice chicken, if desired. Bon appétit!
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