Healthy Chicken Pomodoro Skillet Recipe
A delicious and healthy one-pan Chicken Pomodoro Skillet recipe featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a fresh tomato sauce with garlic, basil, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick, nutritious dinner that’s full of flavor and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (4–5 small chicken breasts)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Sauce
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 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
- Additional fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly onto both sides of the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.
- 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. Flip and sear the other side for another 2 minutes until golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Onion: Reduce heat to low. Add minced garlic and finely diced yellow onion to the same skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning and to soften the onions.
- Prepare Tomato Sauce: Add the halved grape tomatoes and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to incorporate flavor. Increase heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the tomatoes to soften and release their juices.
- Finish the Sauce and Cook Chicken: Stir in fresh chopped basil and white sugar, mixing well. Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the tomato sauce. Cover partially with the sauce and simmer gently for 5-8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Add Garnishes: Sprinkle additional fresh basil and freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top of the chicken and sauce for extra flavor and a beautiful finish.
- Serve: Serve the Chicken Pomodoro skillet hot, spooning the tomato sauce over the chicken. It pairs well with crusty bread, pasta, or a light salad for a wholesome meal.
Notes
- Use grape or cherry tomatoes for a sweeter, more flavorful sauce.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences, especially the salt and Italian seasoning.
- For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of white wine when simmering the tomato sauce.
- Make sure not to overcook the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
- This dish can be served with pasta, rice, or a low-carb vegetable side like zucchini noodles.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: Chicken Pomodoro, Healthy Chicken Recipe, One Pan Chicken, Italian Chicken Skillet, Easy Dinner, Tomato Basil Chicken
