It's me, Gillean!
My philosophy is simple: I believe what we consume is everything—from the foods we put in our body, to the ideas we feed for our minds, to the connections we have with others. Everything gives you energy, and what you take in determines how your life will be. My goal is to champion a healthy lifestyle that is simple, accessible, and gives your body what it needs to fuel your best life possible.
Recent Blog Post
Baked Chicken Pesto Caprese with Brown Rice & Green Beans
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 jar pesto
- 1 ball fresh mozzarella, sliced thin
- 2 vine ripe tomatoes, sliced thin
- 1 packet microwave brown rice
- 1 steamer bag green beans
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 375 F. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and rub with olive oil, salt and pepper. Top each chicken breast with a thin layer of pesto, followed by the sliced tomatoes topped with fresh mozzarella. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 F.
During the last 10 minutes of cooking, microwave the brown rice and green beans. Serve chicken breasts with sides.
Other Ways To Prepare This Meal:
Plant-based: Use pressed and drained, firm tofu slices instead of chicken. Use vegan cheese shreds instead of mozzarella. Use vegan pesto or homemade.
Add spice: Shake on some red pepper flakes while seasoning with salt and pepper.
Kid-friendly: Leave off the pesto and use marinara sauce instead.
It's me, Gillean!
My philosophy is simple: I believe what we consume is everything—from the foods we put in our body, to the ideas we feed for our minds, to the connections we have with others. Everything gives you energy, and what you take in determines how your life will be. My goal is to champion a healthy lifestyle that is simple, accessible, and gives your body what it needs to fuel your best life possible.
