Skillet Chicken With Fresh Tomatoes
Skillet Chicken With Fresh Tomatoes is a delightful, one-pan dish that combines juicy chicken breasts and ripe tomatoes, all infused with aromatic garlic and Italian herbs. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into an impressive meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Finished with fresh basil and optional Parmesan cheese, each bite is a burst of flavor that will leave you craving more. Enjoy this easy-to-make dish that’s not only delicious but also visually stunning!
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Prep your ingredients: Mince the garlic and dice the tomatoes.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add to skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add garlic and tomatoes: Remove the chicken temporarily and toss in minced garlic and diced tomatoes. Stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create sauce: Return chicken to the skillet, add Italian seasoning, and cook together for an additional 3-4 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Finish with basil: Tear fresh basil leaves over the dish just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for at least one hour before cooking. You can substitute cherry tomatoes or add spinach for a nutritional boost.