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Chicken with Creamy Tomato Sauce

Chicken with Creamy Tomato Sauce
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Chicken with Creamy Tomato Sauce is a simple, comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a luscious tomato and cream sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe blends tangy crushed tomatoes with rich heavy cream and Italian herbs, creating a velvety texture and a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy dinners, it pairs wonderfully with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes and suits a variety of dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme mix)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Garnish (optional)

  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside to rest.
  2. Make the Sauce: Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic to the same skillet. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, stirring to scrape up any brown bits. Stir in dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently for 8-10 minutes to develop flavor.
  3. Add Cream and Return Chicken: Lower heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream until the sauce is smooth and pinkish. Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and simmer together for 5 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Finish with fresh basil leaves for color and aroma. Serve hot with extra sauce spooned over the chicken.

Notes

  • Pat dry the chicken to ensure proper browning for flavor and texture.
  • Use quality canned crushed tomatoes for a bright, fresh sauce.
  • Simmer the sauce gently to avoid curdling the cream.
  • Let the chicken rest after searing to lock in moisture.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

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Keywords: chicken, creamy tomato sauce, easy dinner, one-pan meal, comfort food, Italian herbs

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