Sautéed Chicken with Roasted Poblanos and Tomato Sauce

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

Sautéed chicken breasts simmered in a smoky roasted poblano and tomato sauce, balancing mild heat with rich flavor. This mexican-inspired street food ready in about 55 minutes pairs chicken breasts, poblano peppers, roma tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, 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.

★ 4.3 (11 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 310 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4, boneless and skinless, about 6 oz each chicken breasts
3, roasted, peeled, and diced poblano peppers
4 medium, diced roma tomatoes
1 medium, diced yellow onion
3, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 cup chicken broth
1 1/2 tsp salt
3/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp, chopped for garnish fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 450°F. Place 3 whole poblano peppers on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes, turning every 5 minutes until evenly charred. Transfer to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap for 10 minutes. Peel skins, remove stems and seeds, then dice.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and sauté 1 diced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves over medium heat for 4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
Step 4: Add 4 diced roma tomatoes, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and the diced roasted poblanos. Cook for 6-7 minutes until tomatoes break down and sauce thickens.
Step 5: Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and simmer sauce for 5 minutes. Return chicken breasts to skillet, spoon sauce over them, and cook for an additional 3 minutes to meld flavors.
Step 6: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro and serve warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Chicken with Roasted Poblanos and Tomato Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sautéed Chicken with Roasted Poblanos and Tomato Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chicken with Roasted Poblanos and Tomato Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sautéed Chicken with Roasted Poblanos and Tomato Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Sautéed Chicken with Roasted Poblanos and Tomato Sauce?

Mexican street food like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.