Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Tomato-Basil Salsa

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Juicy chicken breasts pan-seared to golden perfection, topped with a fresh, vibrant tomato and basil salsa that bursts with Italian flavors. This Italian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken breast, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on the first side without moving, until golden brown and edges crisp. Flip and cook another 5-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine 3 diced Roma tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, and 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil. Stir gently to mix and season with a pinch of salt.
  4. Step 4: Spoon the tomato-basil salsa over the rested chicken breasts just before serving to add a fresh and tangy contrast.

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