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top view of 4 cooked seasoned chicken breasts in a red tomato base sauce and basil garnishes on an orange skillet
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5 from 2 votes

Chicken Pomodoro

Chicken Pomodoro is an easy recipe with the delicious taste of Italy. Season and sear the chicken, then make a flavorful tomato sauce with onion, garlic, chicken broth, ripe tomatoes, and plenty of fresh basil.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
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Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 4-6 garlic cloves finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 4 medium vine tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  • Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and dried basil on both sides.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden and almost cooked through. Set aside.
  • Sauté the onion and garlic for 3-4 minutes. Stir in the chicken broth and cook until mostly reduced.
  • Return the chicken to the pan and add the tomatoes and basil. Cook for 5 minutes or until the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165ºF.

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Notes

  • Storing: Store the leftover chicken and sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. For longer storage, place in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Reheat your leftovers in the microwave for 60-90 seconds or until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 148mg | Potassium: 815mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1379IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg