Sautéed Chicken with Spiced Tomato and Chickpeas

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Cooked in a fragrant tomato sauce with aromatic spices and hearty chickpeas, perfect for a comforting dinner. This mediterranean-inspired chicken (gluten free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, medium, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, seasoned with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, and sauté for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through; remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 diced medium yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 4 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in 1 tsp ground cumin and 1 tsp smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute to toast the spices.
  3. Step 3: Add 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with their juices and 15 oz drained and rinsed chickpeas. Simmer the sauce for 8-10 minutes until it thickens and flavors meld.
  4. Step 4: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning sauce over them. Cook for an additional 3 minutes to reheat and blend flavors.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Chicken with Spiced Tomato and Chickpeas 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 Spiced Tomato and Chickpeas?

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 Chickpeas?

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 Chickpeas 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.

Is Sautéed Chicken with Spiced Tomato and Chickpeas 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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