Whole30 Shredded Chicken in Tomato Sauce
Elevate your Whole30 meal planning with this delicious and wholesome Shredded Chicken in Tomato Sauce! Featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts simmered in a rich blend of crushed tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between comfort and flavor. The chicken is slow-cooked to perfection and shredded into the robust tomato sauce for maximum flavor infusion, making it ideal for pairing with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or simply enjoying on its own. Ready in just an hour, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-friendly dish is packed with protein and spices like paprika, creating a satisfying and nutritious dinner option for a clean eating lifestyle. Perfect for feeding a family or prepping for weeknight meals, it's a savory crowd-pleaser that aligns with Whole30 goals without sacrificing flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper on each side.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Once hot, add the chicken breasts 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 tablespoon of olive oil and reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic to the onion and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, basil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until combined.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, immersing them in the tomato sauce.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, lower the heat, and cover the skillet. Cook for about 25-30 minutes until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.
Once the chicken is done, remove from the skillet and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the skillet, stir to combine with the tomato sauce, and simmer uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the chicken and sauce before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your Whole30 Shredded Chicken in Tomato Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2025 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.0 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 3632 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.4 g | ||
| Protein | 294.4 g | 589% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 4597 mg | 98% | |
*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.
