Sautéed Chicken with Spiced Tomato and Onion Ragout

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Tender chicken breasts cooked in a fragrant tomato and onion ragout seasoned with warm spices for a comforting main dish. This mediterranean-inspired easter (gluten free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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: 25 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 chicken breasts, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and keep warm.
  2. Step 2: Lower heat to medium, add 1 tbsp olive oil to the same skillet. Add 1 diced yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with juices, stir well and simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld.
  5. Step 5: Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon tomato and onion ragout over them. Cook together for 2 minutes to rewarm chicken.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving for a fresh finish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Chicken with Spiced Tomato and Onion 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 Onion 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 chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chicken with Spiced Tomato and Onion 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 Onion 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.

Is Sautéed Chicken with Spiced Tomato and Onion Ragout 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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