Easy Tomato Basil Chicken
This simple chicken dish brings the fresh flavors of summer to your table in less than thirty minutes.
recipesbynani.comTomato Basil Chicken is a staple in my house because it feels special even on a busy weeknight. The chicken stays tender while cooking in the light tomato sauce, and the fresh basil adds such a lovely pop of color and brightness to the plate.
My best tip for this recipe is to use the ripest tomatoes you can find. If you are in a pinch, you can use a good quality canned diced tomato, but fresh ones really make the sauce shine.
🧺 Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 large tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chicken strips to the skillet and cook until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about one minute until it smells fragrant.
- 4
Add the diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper to the pan.
- 5
Simmer the mixture for about ten minutes until the tomatoes soften and create a light sauce.
- 6
Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh basil.
- 7
Top with parmesan cheese and serve while warm.
💡 Tips
Serve this over a bed of warm pasta or crusty bread to soak up the juices. You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
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