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Cozy Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs with Tomatoes, Chickpeas, and Pesto


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A comforting sheet pan dinner with juicy chicken thighs, bursting cherry tomatoes, hearty chickpeas, and fresh pesto.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup pesto
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange the chicken thighs, chickpeas, and cherry tomatoes on a sheet pan.
  3. Drizzle everything with olive oil, and season nicely with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread the pesto generously over the chicken thighs.
  5. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the tomatoes are perfectly roasted.
  6. Serve warm and enjoy the comforting flavors!

Notes

Make ahead and store in the fridge; leftovers can last for up to three days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh + 1/4 can chickpeas + 1/4 cup tomatoes
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg