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With a quick cooking time and easy method, this one-pot Pesto Chicken and Rice<\/strong> is a delicious family meal to share. It\u2019s flavorful, versatile, and just so delish.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Trust me, I know how hard it is to get food onto the table at the end of the day when everyone is tired and hungry. Which is why I love this 30-minute meal that has whole grains, veggies, and protein in one single pan! <\/p>\n

This Pesto Chicken and Rice skillet recipe has been in rotation in my house for years. I love the simplicity of the ingredients\u2014and that it delivers on flavor. Plus, the veggies blend right into the rice, making it both a satisfying and nutritious meal, and more appealing to wary kids. The dish includes whole grains, lean protein, 2 cups of veggies, and just enough pesto to add nice flavor.<\/p>\n

Calling a dish the \u201cbest\u201d is always tricky because that word will mean something different to everyone, but this gets it in my book because I don\u2019t have to chop any ingredients, I only need to use one pan, and there\u2019s minimal tending after the food is in the pan\u2014so I can get the table set and help the kids with whatever they might need while dinner finishes.<\/p>\n

(You might also like more one-pan recipes<\/a> including Skillet Lasagna<\/a>, Cheeseburger Pasta<\/a>, and Homemade Hamburger Helper<\/a>. <\/p>\n

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Ingredients You Need<\/h2>\n

This Pesto Chicken and Rice recipe comes together in a wide bottom skillet with high sides. You\u2019ll also need a lid for your pan. And you\u2019ll need the following ingredients.<\/p>\n

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