Tomato Basil Chicken
A healthy, flavorful dish that is packed with juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and topped with Parmesan!
Servings: 4
Calories: 317kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, boneless/skinless
- salt/pepper/garlic powder/dried Basil (to taste)
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups chopped tomatoes
- 4 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoon cold butter
- 1/2 cup Basil, chopped (fresh is best)
- Parmesan cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt/pepper/garlic powder/dried basil.
- Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Add in chicken once the oil is hot. Cook on one side for about 4-5 minutes.
- Flip chicken to other side and cook an additional 4-5 minutes, or until juices start to run clear.
- Add in the tomatoes and cook for about 2 minutes.
- Add in the chopped basil. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Cut butter into small pieces and add to the skillet.
- Add in the minced garlic.
- Turn heat down to low and allow to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Once done simmering, you can serve over cooked pasta, rice, or by itself.
- Sprinkle desired amount of Parmesan cheese on top of chicken prior to serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 317kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 103mg | Sodium: 404mg | Potassium: 669mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 683IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 2mg
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