CryoCove Recipe

Pesto Chicken Bowl

Name: Pesto Chicken Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz chicken breast; 1 cup cooked farro; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 3 tbsp basil pesto; 2 oz fresh mozzarella, torn; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp balsamic glaze; to taste salt and pepper

Juicy grilled chicken served over a bed of farro with pesto, roasted cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella.

Prep

10m

Cook

20m

Total

30m

Servings

Calories

540

Macro Breakdown

Protein40g (38%)

Carbs42g (40%)

Fat24g (23%)

Diet

omnivore

Goal

performancerecovery

Pillar Benefits

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Ingredients

8 oz chicken breast
1 cup cooked farro
1 cup cherry tomatoes
3 tbsp basil pesto
2 oz fresh mozzarella, torn
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic glaze
to taste salt and pepper

Instructions

1
Season chicken and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest, then slice.
2
Roast cherry tomatoes at 400°F with olive oil for 12-15 minutes until blistered.
3
Toss cooked farro with pesto.
4
Build bowls: pesto farro, sliced chicken, roasted tomatoes, and torn mozzarella.
5
Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

Tips

*Make pesto from scratch with basil, pine nuts, and parmesan for the freshest flavor.
*Farro can be replaced with quinoa or brown rice for a gluten-free version.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Pesto Chicken Bowl?

Pesto Chicken Bowl has 540 calories per serving with 40g of protein. It's a great option for a healthy lunch meal.

How long does it take to make Pesto Chicken Bowl?

This recipe takes 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking, for a total of 30 minutes from start to finish.

Is Pesto Chicken Bowl suitable for special diets?

Yes, this recipe is compatible with the following diets: omnivore. Check the full ingredient list to confirm it meets your specific needs.

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Instructions

Season chicken and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest, then slice.

Roast cherry tomatoes at 400°F with olive oil for 12-15 minutes until blistered.

Toss cooked farro with pesto.

Build bowls: pesto farro, sliced chicken, roasted tomatoes, and torn mozzarella.

Drizzle with balsamic glaze.