Healthy Chicken Pomodoro Skillet Recipe
A vibrant, healthy Chicken Pomodoro Skillet featuring tender seared chicken breasts simmered in a fresh tomato and basil sauce, seasoned with Italian herbs and topped with Parmesan cheese. This easy one-pan meal is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner full of Mediterranean flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing 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 breasts)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
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
Topping
- Parmesan cheese, for garnish
- Extra fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, thoroughly 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. When hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts. Sear each side for about 2 minutes until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Reduce heat to low. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté gently for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning and to soften the onion and garlic.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Add the halved grape tomatoes and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom to incorporate flavor. Increase heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it simmer for 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- Simmer with Basil and Sugar: Stir in fresh chopped basil and white sugar. Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce so they are partially covered. Continue simmering for 5-8 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish and Serve: Once the chicken is cooked, sprinkle extra fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese over the top. Serve immediately, spooning the tomato sauce over the chicken.
- Enjoy Your Meal: Plate the Chicken Pomodoro Skillet and enjoy this wholesome, flavorful dish perfect for any day of the week.
Notes
- Make sure not to burn the garlic and onions when sautéing by keeping the heat low and stirring frequently.
- You can use cherry tomatoes if grape tomatoes aren’t available; just halve them similarly.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure food safety.
- For a lower sodium option, reduce the salt and use low-sodium chicken broth.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 420 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 skillet, Italian chicken recipe, quick chicken dinner, Mediterranean chicken
