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Tomato Chicken

Creamy Tomato Chicken: Your New Favorite Comfort Meal

This Creamy Tomato Chicken recipe transforms simple ingredients into a comforting dish, embodying the essence of a warm and cozy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Substitute with chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Tomato Sauce Opt for gluten-free varieties if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Use cashew or oat cream for a dairy-free twist.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Fresh oregano (2 tsp) can be an alternative.
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Basil An Italian seasoning blend works as well.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 Onion Chopped; shallots can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used if fresh isn’t available.
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Any neutral oil can be substituted.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Tomato Chicken
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, waiting for 1-2 minutes until the oil shimmers.
  2. Add one chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  3. Introduce 1 pound of chicken pieces and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and no longer pink in the center.
  4. Stir in ½ cup of tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and ½ teaspoon of dried basil. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low and mix in ½ cup of heavy cream, stirring well to combine without boiling.
  6. Remove from heat and serve immediately with rice, pasta, or naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a vegetarian twist, swap chicken with tofu or chickpeas. Always add heavy cream after reducing heat to prevent curdling.

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