How to Make Tomato Chicken: 7 Secret Tips for a Juicy Feast!
This delicious tomato chicken recipe combines flavorful chicken with a creamy tomato sauce, perfect for a family dinner. Ready in less than an hour, this dish is sure to impress!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs boneless, skinless
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes canned
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tbsp basil fresh, chopped
- 0.5 cup chicken broth low sodium
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Stir in heavy cream and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Let it simmer for additional 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
Notes
For a richer taste, substitute half of the heavy cream with cream cheese. Adjust seasonings according to taste preferences.