Chicken with Tomato Sauce
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Chicken with Tomato Sauce recipe, a comforting dish that combines tender, golden-seared chicken breasts with a rich, aromatic tomato sauce. Made with pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, and a blend of dried herbs, this one-skillet meal is both easy and flavorful. The sauce gets a savory boost from chicken broth and is beautifully finished with a garnish of fresh basil, adding a pop of freshness to every bite. Ready in under an hour, this hearty dish pairs perfectly with pasta, rice, or a crusty loaf of bread, making it a versatile dinner idea that the whole family will love. Enjoy a wholesome, home-cooked meal that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Keywords: chicken with tomato sauce, easy chicken recipe, one-pan dinner, weeknight meal, chicken and tomato.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and reduce the heat to medium.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, submerging them in the tomato sauce.
Cover and cook on low heat for about 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.
Serve the chicken with tomato sauce over pasta, rice, or your choice of side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 91.6 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.2 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 608 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 4493 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.0 g | ||
| Protein | 230.8 g | 462% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 607 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 4325 mg | 92% | |
*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.
