This tomato basil chicken is really easy to make, and always a hit with my family and friends! Here’s how to make it with a few simple ingredients.
What We Love About This Tomato Basil Chicken
- Big flavors: From juicy cherry tomatoes to fragrant basil, every bite of this dish is bursting with flavor.
- Pairs well with other dishes: Serve this chicken on its own, over pasta, or with a side of roasted vegetables to make it a more filling meal.
- Quick and Convenient: Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you need dinner on the table fast.
Tomato Basil Chicken Ingredients
- Chicken Breast Filets: Juicy and tender chicken breasts serve as the star of this dish. You can also use chicken thigh filets.
- Garlic Cloves: Minced garlic enhances the taste of the tomatoes and basil.
- Butter and Olive Oil: These are used for cooking the chicken and sautéing the garlic and tomatoes.
- Cherry Tomatoes: Halved cherry tomatoes release their juices as they cook, creating a flavorful sauce for the chicken.
- Fresh Basil: Chopped basil adds a bright, herbed flavor, complementing the sweetness of the tomatoes.
- Red Pepper Flakes: A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick of heat.
- Balsamic Vinegar: Balsamic vinegar adds a tangy acidity to the sauce.
How to Make Tomato Basil Chicken
- Prep the chicken. Pat dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the skillet. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Remove the chicken. In the same skillet, sauté the garlic and red pepper flakes.
- Add the tomatoes. Cook until soft.
- Add the balsamic vinegar. Cook for another minute.
- Remove from the heat. Stir in the chopped basil and season with salt and pepper.
- Add the chicken back. Spoon the sauce on top.
- Serve.
Make Ahead and Reheating Instructions:
- To Make Ahead: Cook the chicken and prepare the sauce separately, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
- To Reheat: Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat until warmed through.
Recipe Variations
- Add some cheese: Top the chicken with mozzarella or Parmesan cheese and broil until melted and bubbly.
- Use your protein of choice: Feel free to use firm tofu, chicken thighs, or any ‘protein’ of your choice.
Tomato Basil Chicken
This tomato basil chicken is really easy to make, and always a hit with my family and friends! Here's how to make it with a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breasts fillets
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Season the chicken with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Heat the butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken and cook 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet.
- In the same skillet add the remaining olive oil.
- Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-5 minutes or until soft.
- Add the balsamic vinegar and cook 1 minutes.
- Remove from the heat.
- Stir in the chopped basil.
- Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
If you’re not familiar with the doneness of chicken breast, use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken breast filets to ensure they’re fully cooked.
Nutrition
Calories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 37gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 116mgSodium: 239mgPotassium: 822mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 730IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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