Description
A delicious and comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with garlic, onions, and dried basil. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add diced onion and garlic. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with juices) to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the tomato cream sauce over them.
- Cover and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy tomato sauce.
- You can substitute chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
