Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic and Tomato Medley

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Tender chicken breasts seared to golden perfection, served with a vibrant garlic and tomato sauce that bursts with fresh flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breast, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 20 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 pieces of chicken breast (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add the chicken breasts. Sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F), then remove and keep warm.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes to the garlic and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and release their juices.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves and 1 tbsp lemon juice, cooking for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Step 6: Return the chicken to the pan, spoon the tomato-garlic sauce over it, and serve immediately.

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