Healthy Chicken Pomodoro Skillet
A quick and nutritious dish featuring seasoned chicken breasts cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts Preferably boneless and skinless
- 2 cups tomato sauce Choose a low-sodium option if desired
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic enhances flavor
- to taste salt and pepper For seasoning the chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the chicken
- to serve whole grain pasta or zoodles Choose your preferred base
- to taste fresh basil, chopped For garnishing
Instructions
Cooking Chicken
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Once the oil is hot, add the chicken to the skillet and sear for 6-7 minutes on one side until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 6-7 minutes until thoroughly cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from skillet and let the chicken rest on a plate.
Making the Sauce
- In the same skillet, lower heat and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the tomato sauce, stirring well, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, ensuring it is coated in sauce, and stir in chopped basil.
Serving
- Serve the chicken over cooked whole grain pasta or zoodles, garnishing with additional chopped basil.
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Notes
Allow the chicken to rest after cooking for juicier results. Customizations can include adding vegetables or different proteins.