Pan-Seared Chicken with No-Heat Tomato and Basil Salad

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Tender pan-seared chicken breasts served alongside a fresh no-cook tomato and basil salad bursting with vibrant flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired no-cook recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, salt 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 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 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season both sides evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Place chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on the first side without moving until golden brown and edges crisp, then flip and cook another 5-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, combine 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves, 2 tbsp thinly sliced red onion, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, and 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a bowl. Toss gently to coat and let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to meld flavors.
  4. Step 4: Slice chicken breasts and serve alongside the fresh tomato and basil salad for a no-heat, refreshing side.

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