Pesto Chicken Cauliflower Rice Recipe
Try this Pesto Chicken Cauliflower Rice Recipe to enjoy a quick flavorful meal that satisfies hunger and fuels your day effortlessly
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cups cauliflower rice (store-bought or homemade by pulsing cauliflower florets in a food processor)
- ½ cup prepared basil pesto (fresh or jarred works fine, but fresh tastes best)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional but adds great flavor)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Start by prepping the chicken and vegetables. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces so they cook quickly. Chop the onion finely and mince the garlic. Have your cauliflower rice and pesto ready to go.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onion and cook for about 3 minutes until it softens and becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Watch closely so the garlic doesn’t burn.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chicken pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
- Lower the heat back to medium and stir in the cauliflower rice. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring often, until the cauliflower is tender but still has a slight bite.
- Mix in the basil pesto and cherry tomatoes. Stir everything together so the pesto coats the chicken and cauliflower rice evenly. Let it heat through for 1-2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more salt or pepper if needed.
- Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan. Toss gently to combine. If you want, garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
A quick and easy Pesto Chicken Cauliflower Rice recipe combining fresh basil pesto, tender chicken, and light cauliflower rice for a healthy, low-carb meal.