Sautéed Chicken with Spiced Tomato and Chickpea Ragout

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Tender chicken breasts seared and simmered in a fragrant tomato and chickpea ragout seasoned with cumin and smoked paprika. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, medium, diced yellow onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 25 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 chicken breasts (about 6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 diced medium yellow onion. Sauté over medium heat for 4 minutes until translucent. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 14 oz canned diced tomatoes, 15 oz canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed), 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp smoked paprika. Pour in 1/4 cup water and simmer the ragout for 8 minutes until slightly thickened and fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the ragout. Cook together for 2 more minutes to meld flavors. Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley on top before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Chicken with Spiced Tomato and Chickpea Ragout take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Spiced Tomato and Chickpea Ragout?

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 Spiced Tomato and Chickpea Ragout?

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 Spiced Tomato and Chickpea Ragout 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.

What goes well with Sautéed Chicken with Spiced Tomato and Chickpea Ragout?

Mediterranean chicken 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.

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