Tomato Basil Chicken

Method6 steps · about 1 hr

1. 1

   Step 1: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil (1/4 cup), red wine vinegar (2 tbsp), minced garlic (4 cloves), ½ tsp dried basil, salt (1/4 tsp), and pepper.

   Uses 1/4 cup olive oil · 2 tbsp red wine vinegar · 4 cloves garlic, minced · 1/2 tsp dried basil for marinade · 1/4 tsp salt · 1/8 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

   
2. 2

   Step 2: Use a sharp knife to fillet the chicken breasts (1.3 lb) into two thinner pieces each.

   Uses 1.3 lb boneless skinless chicken breast

3. 3

   Step 3: Place the chicken breast pieces in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over top. Flip the chicken a couple of times to coat all surfaces. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes, or up to one day, flipping once or twice throughout.

   Uses Thin chicken breast pieces · Garlic-basil marinade

4. 4

   Step 4: Heat a large skillet over medium. Once the pan is hot, transfer the chicken pieces to the skillet. There should be enough oil from the marinade to prevent sticking. Cook the chicken for about five minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through, then remove it to a clean plate.

   Uses Marinated chicken breast pieces

   
5. 5

   Step 5: Add the tomato paste (2 tbsp), chicken broth (1/2 cup), the remaining ½ tsp dried basil, and sugar (1/4 tsp) to the skillet. Use a whisk to combine the ingredients and dissolve any browned bits off the bottom of the skillet.

   Uses Reserved browned pan juices · 1/2 cup chicken broth · 2 tbsp tomato paste · Remaining 1/2 tsp dried basil · 1/4 tsp sugar

   
6. 6

   Step 6: Let the sauce simmer over medium-low heat for about five minutes, or until slightly thickened. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over top. Serve and enjoy.

   Uses Tomato-basil pan sauce · Cooked chicken breast pieces