Tomato Basil Chicken
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April 18, 2023
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$7.76 RECIPE / $1.94 SERVING

I prepared Tomato Basil Vinaigrette last summer and have been longing to make it into Tomato Basil Chicken ever since.

So, I finally tried it, and the outcome was just as simple and tasty as I had hoped!

This simple tomato basil chicken is extremely tasty thanks to the garlicky marinade and tangy tomato pan sauce! Quick, simple, and delicious, this dish is ideal for hectic weeknights.

CAN I USE FRESH BASIL IN THIS RECIPE?

Sure! I used dried basil because it was more cost-effective, but if you have access to fresh basil, it will elevate this dish to new heights.

In the marinade, I’d probably use approximately a tablespoon diced, and then another teaspoon in the pan sauce. You may also finish the dish by sprinkling some fresh basil on top.

CAN I ADD ANYTHING ELSE?

Tomato Basil Chicken
Food: Tomato Basil Chicken
Source: All Day I Dream About Food

This is the part of every recipe that I enjoy the most. I enjoy offering suggestions for additional ingredients you might use to make the dish even more special if desired. Here are a few tweaks to make this tomato basil chicken even better:

  • To make the sauce creamier, add a dash of heavy cream or a couple of tablespoons of cream cheese.
  • After removing the chicken from the pan, add the halved grape tomatoes and cook until softened before adding the rest of the pan sauce components.
  • Cook some bacon before adding the chicken to the skillet, then scatter it over the finished dish.
  • Make it cheesy by slicing fresh mozzarella over each piece of chicken. To melt the mozzarella, cover the skillet with a lid.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS FOR TOMATO BASIL CHICKEN

Because I prefer simple meals, I served my chicken with a simple side salad and homemade garlic bread. Cucumber Tomato Salad, Lemon Parsley Pasta, or Pesto Cheese Toast would all be delicious with it.

For color, minced parsley was used.

TOMATO BASIL CHICKEN

Tomato Basil Chicken is a simple and delectable supper choice thanks to a garlicky marinade and tangy tomato pan sauce.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Marinate Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 1 hr.
Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/4 cup olive oil ($0.64)
  • 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar ($0.20)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced ($0.32)
  • 1 tsp dried basil, divided ($0.10)
  • 1/4 tsp salt ($0.02)
  • 1/8 tsp freshly cracked black pepper ($0.02)
  • 1.3 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast ($6.24)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth ($0.07)
  • 2 Tbsp. tomato paste ($0.14)
  • 1/4 tsp sugar ($0.01)

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Mix the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, 1/2 tsp dried basil, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl.
  2. Fillet the chicken breasts with a sharp knife into two smaller pieces.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken breasts in a shallow dish. To make sure all surfaces are coated, flip the chicken a couple of times. Marinate the chicken for 30 minutes or up to one day in the refrigerator, flipping once or twice.
  4. Over medium heat, warm a large skillet. Transfer the chicken to the skillet after it has heated up. To keep things from sticking, there should be adequate oil in the marinade. Remove the chicken to a clean dish after cooking it for about five minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In a skillet, combine the tomato paste, chicken broth, 1/2 tsp dried basil, and sugar. Toss the ingredients together with a whisk, then scrape any browned bits off the skillet’s bottom.
  6. Allow the sauce to cook for about five minutes over medium-low heat, or until it has thickened somewhat. Place the chicken back in the skillet and pour the sauce over it. Enjoy your meal!

NUTRITION

  • Serving: 1 piece
  • Calories: 303 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 3 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Fat: 17 g
  • Sodium: 489 mg
  • Fiber: 1 g

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAKING TOMATO BASIL CHICKEN

Tomato Basil Chicken
Food: Tomato Basil Chicken
Source: All Day I Dream About Food
  1. Begin by preparing the marinade. 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 4 chopped garlic cloves, 1/2 tablespoons dried basil, 1/4 tablespoons salt, and 1/8 tablespoons freshly cracked pepper in a small mixing dish
  2. Two boneless, skinless chicken breasts should be filleted into two thinner pieces each using a sharp knife.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken in a shallow dish. To ensure that the chicken is evenly covered, flip it a few times. Marinate the chicken for 30 minutes or up to a day before serving (refrigerated).
  4. Over medium heat, warm a large skillet. When the skillet is heated, add the chicken and cook for five minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through. Place the cooked chicken on a platter that has been dusted with flour.
  5. 1/2 cup chicken stock, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, and 1/4 teaspoon sugar should all be added to the skillet. Toss the ingredients together with a whisk, then scrape any browned bits off the skillet’s bottom.
  6. Cook for about five minutes over medium heat, or until the sauce has thickened significantly.
  7. Place the chicken back in the skillet and pour the sauce over it.
  8. I added some chopped parsley for color, but it’s not necessary for flavor. Fresh basil is a garnish that would surely add color AND flavor!