Healthy Chicken Pomodoro Skillet Recipe
A flavorful and healthy Chicken Pomodoro Skillet recipe featuring tender seared chicken breasts simmered in a fresh garlic, tomato, and basil sauce, topped with Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick, nutritious weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (4–5 small pieces)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Vegetables and 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
Toppings
- Parmesan cheese, for garnish
- Extra fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Evenly coat the chicken breasts by rubbing the seasoning mix into both sides thoroughly.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for about 2 minutes on one side, then flip and sear the other side for an additional 2 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Reduce heat to low. Add minced garlic and diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Stir in the halved grape tomatoes and chicken broth, scraping the browned bits from the pan to incorporate flavor. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Simmer Chicken in Sauce: Add fresh basil and white sugar to the skillet, stirring well. Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, partially submerging them in the tomato sauce. Simmer for 5-8 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Top the finished dish with extra fresh basil and a generous sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the chicken breasts are patted dry before seasoning for best searing results.
- Grape tomatoes can be substituted with cherry tomatoes if unavailable.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you prefer a little heat.
- If the sauce is too acidic, adjusting with a little more sugar can balance the flavors.
- Serve with whole grain pasta, zoodles, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: Chicken Pomodoro, Healthy Chicken Dinner, Italian Chicken Skillet, Tomato Basil Chicken, Low Fat Chicken Recipe
