Sautéed Chicken with Roasted Tomato and Basil Sauce

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Sautéed and topped with a vibrant roasted tomato and fresh basil sauce, perfect for a light Mediterranean meal. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, roma tomatoes 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 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: 30 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Halve 4 medium roma tomatoes and place them cut side up on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt. Roast for 20 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
  2. Step 2: While tomatoes roast, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Sauté chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove from heat and keep warm.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the roasted tomatoes with their juices and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves. Cook over medium heat for 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld.
  4. Step 4: Add a pinch of 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if desired. Spoon the tomato basil sauce over the chicken breasts and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Tomato and Basil 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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chicken with Roasted Tomato and Basil 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 Tomato and Basil Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.

Is Sautéed Chicken with Roasted Tomato and Basil Sauce gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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