Description
Savory Italian chicken in tomato sauce brings rustic Mediterranean flavors dancing across your dinner plate. Classic ingredients blend seamlessly, delivering a comforting meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
Fresh Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Fresh parsley or basil (for garnish)
Liquid and Vegetable Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 ounces / 400 grams) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
Optional Garnish:
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Generously coat the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, ensuring an even distribution on both surfaces.
- Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and pour in olive oil, allowing it to shimmer and heat thoroughly.
- Carefully place the seasoned chicken into the hot skillet, creating a sizzling sound upon contact.
- Cook the chicken for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side until a rich golden-brown crust develops, focusing on creating a flavorful exterior rather than complete internal cooking.
- Transfer the partially seared chicken onto a clean plate, setting it aside for the next cooking phase.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and a tender result.
- Opt for high-quality extra virgin olive oil to enhance the overall flavor profile of the dish.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help achieve a perfect golden-brown sear and develop a beautiful crust.
- Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes after cooking to help retain moisture and distribute juices evenly throughout the meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 90mg