DINNER IN 30 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
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Step 1
Cook chicken in olive oil until browned and cooked through.
DINNER IN 30 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
CHICKEN · DINNER
Chicken Pesto Rice Skillet
Chicken Pesto Rice Skillet recipe with chicken, rice, and zucchini. A simple 30-minute dinner with clear, step-by-step instructions.
Total time30 min
YieldServes 4
DietNo specific diet
Shopping10 ingredients
DifficultyEasy
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Method
4 steps · about 30 minutes total
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Step 2
Add zucchini and red pepper and cook for 5 minutes.
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Step 3
Fold in cooked rice and pesto and heat through.
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Step 4
Remove from heat, add mozzarella and lemon, then season to taste.
Before you serve
Cooking notes & good-to-know answers.
Small details for confident timing, useful swaps, and safer leftovers.
Cooking notes
Cut chicken into even pieces so it cooks consistently, and cook it through before serving.
Spread cooked rice out to cool quickly when the recipe calls for chilled rice, then refrigerate it promptly.
Taste as you go and adjust seasoning to suit your ingredients and preferences.
Good to know
Serve it with a simple side that complements the main ingredients, such as a salad, cooked vegetables, bread or rice where appropriate.
You can often swap rice varieties, but cooking time and liquid requirements can change. Use the package directions for the rice you choose when they differ from the recipe.
Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and use them according to local food-safety guidance.
About this recipe
Chicken Pesto Rice Skillet is a dinner idea built around chicken, rice, zucchini, and pesto. It is designed for straightforward home cooking and takes about 30 minutes, making it a useful option when you want a practical meal without a long ingredient list.
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