Zesty Chicken Italiano
Bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, Zesty Chicken Italiano is a quick and hearty dish that will delight your taste buds and simplify your weeknight dinners. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with the bold aromatics of garlic, onion, and a medley of Italian herbs like basil and oregano. A hint of crushed red pepper flakes adds the perfect touch of heat, balanced by the savory depth of chicken broth. Finished with fresh parsley and optional parmesan cheese, this recipe is incredibly versatile—perfect for serving over pasta, alongside crusty bread, or paired with a crisp side salad. Ready to enjoy in just 45 minutes, this delicious one-skillet meal is perfect for busy nights yet elegant enough for entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry using paper towels, then season both sides with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic and chopped onion for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 20 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the chicken and sauce.
Serve the Zesty Chicken Italiano warm with your choice of cooked pasta, crusty bread, or a side salad. For extra flavor, garnish with grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.7 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 155 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 1019 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 59.9 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 821 mg | 17% | |
*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.
