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Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken Dinner

This Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken Dinner packs 44g protein and 602 calories per serving — substantial enough to fuel a training day. Batch-preps 4 servings in minimal time on the stovetop, handling both your protein and calorie targets in one cook session. Built for lifters who need to consolidate prep time without sacrificing protein intake.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Potato, Yukon Gold(454g)
  • Olive oil(45g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Oregano, Dried(3g)
  • 3 pinches salt and pepper ($0.05)
  • Tomato, Cherry
  • Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(590g)

    Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.

  • Basil Pesto, Prepared(60g)
  • Cheese, Mozzarella, Fresh(113g)

    Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.

  • Lettuce, Spring Mix(113g)
  • Caesar dressing(60g)

Instructions

  1. 1Slice the potatoes into 1/2- to 3/4-inch pieces. Toss with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl until evenly coated. Spread onto a large skillet or wide shallow pan, distributing in a single layer.
  2. 2Cook the potatoes over medium-high heat for 15–18 minutes, stirring every 4–5 minutes, until golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
  3. 3While the potatoes cook, place the chicken breasts on a cutting board, cover with plastic wrap, and pound with a mallet to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Slice each breast into two pieces. Coat the chicken with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. 4Push the cooked potatoes to the sides of the skillet, creating space in the center. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook over medium-high heat for 6–8 minutes until golden on the first side. Flip and cook for another 5–7 minutes over medium-high heat until the internal temperature reaches 165°F at the thickest point.
  5. 5While the chicken finishes cooking, toss the cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add them to any remaining space in the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes over medium heat until they just begin to soften and blister.
  6. 6Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto over each chicken piece. Top each with a slice of fresh mozzarella. Cover the skillet and cook over low heat for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted and soft.
  7. 7Toss the spring mix with Caesar dressing. Divide the greens evenly between four plates. Top each with one piece of pesto chicken, a portion of roasted tomatoes, and a quarter of the roasted potatoes.

Nutrition — Per Serving

602

calories

44g

protein

36g

fat

Carbohydrates
24g
Saturated fat
8.7g
Sodium
488 mg
Dietary fiber
4.0g

4 servings per batch · ~360g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken Dinner have per serving?

Each serving contains 44g of protein and 602 calories with 36g fat and 24g carbs. This is a high-protein option with enough carbs to support training while staying relatively balanced across macros.

How long does Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken Dinner take to prep?

This recipe has quick prep and yields 4 servings in one stovetop batch. You're producing 4 complete meals efficiently in a single cooking session.

Is Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken Dinner good for muscle gain?

At 44g protein and 602 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle-building phases with strong protein content and moderate calories for a surplus. The carbohydrate content fuels training intensity while the pesto-based fat adds caloric density for growth.

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