Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (4-5 small breasts)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh minced garlic
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 24 oz grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 1 tsp white sugar
To Garnish
- Parmesan cheese
- Extra fresh basil
Instructions
- Prepare Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture evenly onto both sides of the chicken breasts to ensure they are well seasoned.
- Sear Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for about 2 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Reduce the heat to low. Add the minced garlic and diced onion to the same skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, taking care not to let them burn, to build the base flavor.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Stir in the halved grape tomatoes and chicken broth, scraping the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 5 minutes to concentrate the flavors.
- Simmer with Chicken: Add the fresh basil and white sugar to the tomato mixture, stirring to combine. Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some sauce over them. Cover and simmer for an additional 5-8 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle extra fresh basil and Parmesan cheese over the top before serving for added freshness and flavor. Serve warm and enjoy your healthy, delicious Chicken Pomodoro.
Notes
- For more tender chicken, let the seasoned breasts come to room temperature before cooking.
- If grape tomatoes are unavailable, cherry tomatoes or diced canned tomatoes can be used.
- Adjust seasoning to taste; add more salt or pepper if desired after cooking.
- Serve with a side of whole-grain pasta or a green salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Fat
