2-Serving

Pesto Chicken

with balsamic-glazed carrots

Prep & Cook Time: 30-40 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 4 days

Contains: Tree Nuts (Almonds), Milk

All ingredients are individually packaged, but our central facility is not certified allergen-free. Furthermore, ingredient contents may vary. Please check ingredient packaging for allergens and nutrition facts. If you have serious allergies, please use your best judgment or consult a health professional to decide if our meals are safe for you!
A note about serious food allergies
  • Calorie-Conscious
  • Carb-Conscious
  • Fiber-Rich
  • Protein-Packed
  • Gluten-Smart
  • Mediterranean

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In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 12 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 12 oz. Coin Cut Carrots
  • 1 fl. oz. Balsamic Glaze
  • 1 oz. Goat Cheese
  • 1 oz. Basil Pesto
  • ½ oz. Roasted Sliced Almonds
  • ⅓ oz. Butter
  • 1 tsp. Garlic Salt
Contains: Sulfites
Food intolerance information

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    490
  • Carbohydrates
    27g
  • Net Carbs
    21g
  • Fat
    23g
  • Protein
    41g
  • Sodium
    1490mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Pepper
  • Cooking Spray
  • Olive Oil

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

  • If using antibiotic free chicken, follow same instructions.

  • If using top round steak, pat dry. Steak coloration may vary upon arrival due to packaging processes; steak quality and flavor will not be impacted. Cook in a medium non-stick pan with 2 tsp. olive oil over medium heat until steak reaches desired doneness, or 3-5 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.

  1. 1

    Start the Carrots

    Spray provided tray with cooking spray.

    Place carrots in prepared tray and toss with 2 tsp. olive oil and half the garlic salt (reserve remaining for chicken). Spread into an even layer. Alternatively, reserve half the raw carrots for snacking/serving on the side.

    Bake uncovered in hot oven, 15 minutes.

    While carrots bake, continue recipe.

  2. 2

    Add the Chicken

    Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with remaining garlic salt and a pinch of pepper.

    After 15 minutes, carefully remove tray from oven. Push carrots to one side of tray, then evenly top with butter. Tray will be hot! Use a utensil. Butter will melt as meal bakes.

    Add chicken to empty side of tray and evenly top with pesto.

  3. 3

    Finish the Meal

    Bake uncovered in hot oven until carrots are tender and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 20-25 minutes.

    Carefully remove from oven.

    To serve, top carrots with balsamic glaze (to taste) and garnish with cheese and almonds. Slice chicken, if desired. Bon appétit!

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