No Work Italian Baked Chicken

February 05, 2016

Roasted garlic, fresh herbs, and tomatoes create a delicious and simple pan sauce while this “No Work” Italian Baked Chicken cooks in the oven. It’s a fast, healthy, and easy weeknight dinner that your family will love!

3-5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs.) (can substitute with about 8 chicken thighs)
¼ cup pesto sauce
¼ cup Dijon mustard
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons white wine (or can substitute with chicken broth)
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (NOT drained)
4 cloves of garlic, peeled and whole
4-6 fresh basil leaves
2 sprigs fresh oregano
2 sprigs fresh thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
Additional fresh herbs, for garnish
Optional: cooked pasta, for serving

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. In a bowl, whisk together pesto, Dijon mustard, vinegar, and wine (or chicken broth). Stir in diced tomatoes, including juices. Place chicken in a large baking dish (about...
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Nutritions

Calories
323

Sodium
824mg
34% DV

Fat
8g
13% DV

Protein
16g
32% DV

Carbs
14g
4% DV

Fiber
4g
17% DV