Oven-Ready
Creamy Basil Pesto Chicken with Tuscan Herb and Tomato Orzo
easy prep & pan included
Prep & Cook Time: 35-45 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 5 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
Chef
Ryan Pugh
We've learned that doubling down on a good thing just brings you just that much more goodness and, dare we say, magic. Well, we've waved our wand and brought out the rabbit and the hat (not literally). Our Fresh and Easy line is actually as straightforward as it sounds; fresh ingredients, easy assembly and instructions, with all the fantastic flavors you've come to expect. The only magic is what you bring; the love of making dinner for your friends and family.
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 13 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 8 oz. Grape Tomatoes
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6 oz. Orzo Pasta
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2 oz. Basil Pesto
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1⅘ oz. Basil & Parmesan Cheese Spread
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1 oz. Tuscan Herb Butter
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½ oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tsp. Chicken Broth Concentrate
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories760
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Carbohydrates76g
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Net Carbs70g
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Fat27g
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Protein56g
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Sodium1630mg
Recipe Steps
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
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. When ingredient appears in recipe, remove from packaging. Thoroughly rinse any fresh produce and pat dry.
Mix orzo, chicken base, 11/2 cups water, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper in provided tray until completely combined. Top with tomatoes. -
2 Add the Chicken
Pat chicken breasts dry. Crumble cheese spread.
Top orzo with chicken breasts. Top chicken with a pinch of salt and pepper and cheese spread. -
3 Finish the Dish
Bake uncovered in hot oven until chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 30-35 minutes.
Carefully remove from oven. Remove chicken to a plate and spread baked cheese spread evenly. Top with pesto.Add butter and half the Parmesan to orzo and stir until creamy. Garnish with remaining Parmesan. Bon appétit!
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