Sautéed Garlic Herb Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

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Pan-seared with garlic and fresh herbs, paired with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes bursting with flavor. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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: 20 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 12 oz cherry tomatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then spread evenly on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes until tomatoes blister and soften.
  2. Step 2: While tomatoes roast, season 2 chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp chopped thyme, and 1 tsp chopped rosemary, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken and let rest for 3 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Plate the chicken with roasted cherry tomatoes on the side and spoon any pan juices over the top for extra flavor.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Garlic Herb Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Garlic Herb Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?

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 Garlic Herb Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?

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 Garlic Herb Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes 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 Garlic Herb Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?

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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