Chicken with Tomato and Basil Sauce
Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant Chicken with Tomato and Basil Sauce, a recipe that combines simplicity with gourmet-worthy flavors. Tender, pan-seared chicken breasts are simmered to perfection in a rich tomato sauce infused with the sweetness of fresh basil, aromatic garlic, and a touch of sugar for balance. Crafted with pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste, alongside fresh ingredients such as yellow onion and basil leaves, this dish is easy to prepare yet irresistibly flavorful. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a quick yet satisfying meal. Serve this crowd-pleaser with pasta, fluffy rice, or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the luscious sauce. Perfect for family dinners or easy entertaining, this recipe is a must-try for fans of classic Italian-inspired flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Dice the onion and mince the garlic. In the same skillet, add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato paste, chicken broth, and sugar. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, return the chicken breasts to the skillet, and spoon some of the tomato sauce over them.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the chicken simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Stir the sauce occasionally to prevent sticking.
Chop the basil leaves roughly and stir them into the sauce during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
Plate the chicken and spoon the sauce over the top. Serve warm with your choice of side dishes like pasta, rice, or bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1693 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.2 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 580 mg | 194% | |
| Sodium | 3725 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 222.8 g | 446% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 283 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1548 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
