Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Fresh Basil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-17 · Updated 2026-04-17

Tender chicken breasts baked with sun-dried tomatoes and aromatic basil for a vibrant Mediterranean flavor. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless (6 oz each) chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup, oil-packed, drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place chicken breasts in a single layer in a baking dish.
2. Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl.
3. Step 3: Pour the mixture evenly over chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
4. Step 4: Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.