🍳DailyRecipes
Dinner

Creamy Pesto Chicken and Vegetables

A quick and delicious one pan dinner that combines juicy chicken with tender vegetables and a vibrant pesto sauce.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Italian· July 14, 2026
Creamy Pesto Chicken and Vegetables
dailyrecipesbook.com
Prep
10 minutes
Cook
10 minutes
Total
20 minutes
Serves
2

When you need a meal that tastes fancy but comes together in a hurry, this creamy pesto chicken is the perfect answer. It is a true weeknight hero because you only need one skillet, which makes cleanup so much easier for a busy cook.

My favorite thing about this dish is how the pesto coats everything in a rich, herby flavor. If you have extra fresh vegetables in your fridge, feel free to toss them into the pan with the chicken. It is a very forgiving recipe that makes dinner time feel special.

Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into bite sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1/3 cup high quality basil pesto
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.

  2. 2

    Add the chicken pieces to the pan and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.

  3. 3

    Toss in the sliced zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  4. 4

    Turn the heat down to low and stir in the baby spinach until it begins to wilt.

  5. 5

    Add the pesto and the heavy cream to the skillet. Stir gently until the sauce is creamy and coats the chicken and vegetables evenly.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately while hot, perhaps over a bed of fluffy rice or with crusty bread.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. If you find the sauce gets a little thick after reheating, just add a tiny splash of water or cream to bring back that lovely silky texture.

#Dinner#Chicken#Healthy#Quick

Made this recipe? Let us know how it went.

You might also like