Sautéed Chicken with Spiced Tomato and Chickpeas

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender chicken breasts 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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Ingredients

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.

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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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