One-Pot Tomato Basil Chicken

Name: One-Pot Tomato Basil Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless, about 1.5 lbs chicken breasts; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium, diced onion; 2 cloves, minced garlic; 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Juicy chicken breasts simmered in a rich tomato-basil sauce with onions and garlic for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: One Pot

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 30 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless, about 1.5 lbs chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium, diced onion
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then add to the pot and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
Step 2: Add 1 diced medium onion and 2 minced garlic cloves to the pot, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Step 3: Pour in 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes and 1/2 cup chicken broth, then add 1/4 cup fresh basil and 1 tsp dried oregano. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4: Return chicken to the pot, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened slightly, stirring once halfway.