Chicken with Artichoke Pesto and Braised Kale with

Name: Chicken with Artichoke Pesto and Braised Kale with Pink Beans and Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil; 4 (4-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon salt-free lemon and herb seasoning; 1 (14-ounce) can water-packed artichoke hearts, drained; 1 packed cup basil leaves; 2 cloves garlic, peeled; 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, or more as needed; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 cup diced lean baked ham; 1 pound kale, chopped; 1 (15-ounce) can pink beans, rinsed and drained; 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons olive oil
4 (4-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon salt-free lemon and herb seasoning
1 (14-ounce) can water-packed artichoke hearts, drained
1 packed cup basil leaves
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, or more as needed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup diced lean baked ham
1 pound kale, chopped
1 (15-ounce) can pink beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Season chicken all over with salt and black pepper.
3
Season with lemon and herb seasoning.
4
Place in hot pan and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, until cooked through.
5
Meanwhile, in a blender, combine artichoke hearts, basil, garlic, 1/2 cup chicken broth, oil and cheese.
6
Process until smooth, adding more broth, if necessary, to create a thick sauce.
7
Transfer chicken to a serving platter and top with pesto.
8
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
9
Add ham and cook 2 minutes, until golden brown.
10
Add kale, beans and broth, cover and steam 5 minutes, until kale is tender.
11
Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper.
12
Serve kale alongside chicken.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons olive oil, 4 (4-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 tablespoon salt-free lemon and herb seasoning, and more.

Yes, Chicken with Artichoke Pesto and Braised Kale with Pink Beans and Ham falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken with Artichoke Pesto and Braised Kale with Pink Beans and Ham

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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