Creamy Pesto Chicken Veggie Bake ๐๐ฟ
Comfort food just got a healthy, high-protein makeover! My Creamy Pesto Chicken Veggie Bake is the ultimate weeknight dinnerโcreamy, cheesy, full of flavor, and secretly loaded with better-for-you ingredients. The star? Palmini Garlic Mashed, a low-carb, veggie-based alternative that makes this dish feel indulgent without the guilt.
Why Palmini Garlic Mashed?
Palmini products are made from hearts of palm, which are naturally low in calories and carbs but high in fiber. Using Palmini Garlic Mashed in this bake adds creamy, garlicky goodness while keeping it light and nutritious. Itโs a fantastic swap for traditional mashed potatoes, perfect for anyone following a lower-carb lifestyle or just looking for extra veggies on the plate.
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Ingredients Youโll Need
Palmini Garlic Mashed
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Victoriaโs White Linen Marinara Sauce
BelGioioso Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
Kirkland Canned Chicken
Light Laughing Cow Wedges
Good Culture Cottage Cheese
Aldi Pesto Sauce
Fresh zucchini and squash (from the garden!)
Seasonings: onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper
Benefits of Each Ingredient
Palmini Garlic Mashed โ Low-carb, gluten-free, fiber-rich, and naturally derived from hearts of palm.
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Victoriaโs White Linen Marinara Sauce โ Clean-label, no added sugar, and full of rich tomato flavor plus antioxidants like lycopene.
BelGioioso Parmesan Cheese โ Adds sharp, nutty flavor and a boost of calcium and protein.
Kirkland Canned Chicken โ Convenient, lean protein source that makes prep quick and easy.
Light Laughing Cow Wedges โ Creamy texture and tang with fewer calories than cream cheese.
Good Culture Cottage Cheese โ High in protein, probiotics, and creamy goodness to thicken the sauce.
Aldi Pesto Sauce โ Adds fresh basil flavor, healthy fats from olive oil, and pine nuts for depth.
Zucchini & Squash โ Garden-fresh, nutrient-rich veggies high in fiber, antioxidants, and hydration.
Onion Powder & Garlic Powder โ Easy pantry staples that add flavor plus anti-inflammatory properties.
Dried Oregano โ Loaded with antioxidants and a little Mediterranean flair.
Salt & Pepper โ Enhances flavors and balances the creamy, cheesy base.
Why Youโll Love It
This Creamy Pesto Chicken Veggie Bake has all the flavors of classic Italian comfort food, but itโs lighter, higher in protein, and loaded with veggies. Itโs meal-prep friendly, family-approved, and the perfect way to sneak in extra nutrition without sacrificing taste.
โจ Whether youโre looking for a cozy dinner, a meal-prep option, or a creative way to use Palmini Garlic Mashed, this recipe is the perfect balance of indulgence and nourishment.
Creamy Pesto Chicken Veggie Bake
Equipment
- Saute pan
- Casserole dish
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
ZUCCHINI/SQUASH
- 1 medium Zucchini Small cubes
- 1 medium Yellow squash Small cubes
- 1 tsp Avocado oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
CHICKEN MIXTURE
- 1 Can Kirkland canned chicken breast drained or rotisserie/cooked chicken breast chopped fine
- 4 Light laughing cow wedges
- 1/2 Cup Low fat Good Culture cottage cheese
- 2 TBSP Jarred pesto I used Aldi brand (Priano alla genovese)
- 1/2 tsp Onion powder
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
LAYERS
- 2 Pouches Palmini Garlic Mash Click HERE and use code CHEFALLIE at Palmini
- 1 1/2 Cups Victoria's White Linen marinara sauce or marinara of choice
- 1/4 Cup BelGioioso freshly grated parmesan
- 1/2 Cup Kraft shredded mozzarella chieese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
- In a bowl combine the cubed zucchini, cubed yellow squash, avocado oil, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano and salt/pepper to taste.
- Pour the mixture into a sautรฉ pan
- Sautรฉ until tender and set aside
- On the bottom of the casserole dish add the two pouches of Palmini garlic mash followed by 1 cup of the marinara and half of the grated parmesan
- In a separate bowl combine the drained canned chicken, light laughing cow wedges, cottage cheese, pesto, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano and salt/pepper to taste
- Add the chicken mixture on top of the marinara followed by the sauteed zucchini and squash
- Add the remaining 1/2 cup of marinara over the top followed by the shredded mozzarella
- Place into the oven covered for 30 minutes then remove top and cook for an additional 10 minutes
- Remove and garnish with a little more parmesan cheese and enjoy!
Notes
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