Chicken with basil and tomatoes is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and incredibly flavorful. The combination of tender chicken, sweet tomatoes, and aromatic basil creates a dish that is both satisfying and refreshing. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, and it can be easily tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you prefer a creamy tomato sauce or a simple olive oil and garlic sauce, there is a chicken with basil and tomatoes recipe that is sure to please everyone at your table.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
TOMATO-BASIL CHICKEN BREASTS
In Sussex, Wisconsin, Alice Hofmann counts this fast, easy and flavorful entree among her favorites. "I like serving it with asparagus spears or broccoli florets," she notes. "Leftover ready-to-serve soup is next day's lunch!" TIP: For a tasty alternative, Alice sometimes substitutes Italian-style veal steaks (chopped and formed breaded veal) for the chicken.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Coat chicken with flour mixture. In a nonstick skillet, brown chicken in oil over medium heat; drain. , Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, pour soup over chicken. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Drain pasta; top with chicken and sauce. Sprinkle with basil if desired. ,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 757mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 39g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TOMATO, BASIL & MOZZARELLA CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, fresh mozzarella cheese, tomato, fresh basil leaf, dark balsamic vinegar, honey
Provided by Crystal Hatch
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a parchment-lined baking sheet, season both sides of the chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until cooked through and juices run clear.
- While the chicken is in the oven, combine the balsamic vinegar and honey in a sauce pot and simmer, stirring occasionally.
- NOTE: It should take about 20 minutes for the mixture to reduce.
- Once the glaze has reached your desired thickness, remove it from the heat and set aside.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and top with slices of mozzarella and tomato.
- Broil for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melty and the tomatoes are slightly charred.
- While the chicken is broiling, you can chiffonade (cut into thin strips) the basil.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the chicken and top with basil.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 883 calories, Carbohydrate 81 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 61 grams, Sugar 77 grams
20-MINUTE BASIL, CHICKEN & TOMATO RICE
Fresh basil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese give this delectable dish a slight Italian accent. With chicken for protein and our flavor-infused rice for even more deliciousness, get ready for awarm and filling meal your family will love.
Provided by Uncle Ben's
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips UNCLE BEN'S®
Time 31m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken strips and cook until they are just done (4 to 6 minutes).
- Add onion, red pepper slices, and fresh garlic.
- Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until vegetables barely tender (4 to 5 minutes).
- Add water, tomatoes, and rice.
- Cover pan and continue cooking until mixture just comes to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium low and continue cooking until rice is tender or liquid is absorbed (about 10 minutes).
- Remove cover; stir in basil leaves and Parmesan cheese. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 768.5 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
BASIL CHICKEN WITH ROASTED TOMATOES
Serve a Healthy Living basil chicken dish at dinnertime tonight! Basil Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes is filled with mozzarella for a melty cheese taste.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400ºF.
- Make cut in one long side of each chicken breast, being careful to not cut through to opposite side. Fill each pocket with 2 basil leaves and 1 each cheese slice and sun-dried tomato.
- Place chicken on one side of rimmed baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray; add tomatoes to other side of baking sheet. Brush chicken evenly with 1 Tbsp. dressing.
- Bake 30 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF).
- Cut remaining basil leaves into thin slices. Top tomatoes with basil and remaining dressing; toss lightly. Serve chicken topped with tomato mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 360 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 29 g
STUFFED TOMATO BASIL CHICKEN
This recipe is a great twist to everyday chicken. I was bored one afternoon and came up with this idea for dinner! This recipe can be reduced in fat by omitting the cheese and bacon.
Provided by Jodi Hanlon
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts on a cutting board. With a sharp knife, slice chicken breasts horizontally, without slicing them completely in half. Open the chicken breasts like a book. Place chicken and marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
- Place opened chicken breasts on a broiler pan. Place 4 basil leaves on the bottom half of each chicken breast. Top each with 2 or 3 tomato slices and 1 slice of cheese, and fold over top half of chicken (if necessary, fasten with toothpicks). Wrap 3 slices bacon around each chicken breast.
- Cook in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn chicken, and cook 15 minutes more. Remove from oven, and sprinkle chicken with Parmesan. Return to oven, and cook until cheese is melted, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 720.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 179.9 mg, Fat 49 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 58.7 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 1850.1 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
TOMATO-BASIL CHICKEN
Full of fresh pesto flavors, this saucy chicken dish rests on a bed of hot fettuccine.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook and drain fettuccine as directed on package. Cover to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook onion and garlic in oil, stirring occasionally, until onion is crisp-tender. Stir in remaining ingredients except fettuccine; reduce heat to medium.
- Cover; cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until mixture is hot and tomatoes are soft. Serve over fettuccine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 540 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
GRILLED BASIL CHICKEN AND TOMATOES
Relax after work with a cold drink while this savory chicken marinates in an herby tomato blend for an hour, then toss it on the grill. It's one of those basil recipes that tastes just like summer. -Laura Lunardi, West Chester, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- For marinade, place first five ingredients in a blender. Cut 4 tomatoes into quarters and add to blender; cover and process until blended. Halve remaining tomatoes for grilling., In a bowl, combine chicken and 2/3 cup marinade; refrigerate, covered, 1 hour, turning occasionally. Reserve remaining marinade for serving., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Place chicken on an oiled grill rack over medium heat. Grill chicken, covered, until a thermometer reads 165°, 4-6 minutes per side. Grill tomatoes, covered, over medium heat until lightly browned, 2-4 minutes per side. Serve chicken and tomatoes with reserved marinade.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BAKED CHICKEN WITH TOMATOES, GARLIC AND BASIL
Inspired by http://ancestral-nutrition.com/20-minute-meal-tomato-basil-chicken/ and http://www.cookthestory.com/2014/04/07/baked-chicken-tomatoes-basil-red-chillies/.
Provided by insulin resistant c
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 45m
Yield 4 chicken thighs, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400˚F.
- Place chicken in baking dish.
- Top with tomatoes, garlic and basil leaves.
- Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake chicken, uncovered, 40 minutes or until done.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.1, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 57.3, Sodium 61.6, Carbohydrate 2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1, Protein 14
CHICKEN WITH BASIL AND TOMATOES
Provided by Moira Hodgson
Categories dinner, weekday, main course
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Wipe the chicken pieces dry with paper towels, sprinkle with salt and pepper and brown the pieces a few at a time in the safflower oil in a large skillet. Set the pieces aside and pour off the fat from the skillet.
- Heat the olive oil in the skillet and gently soften the onion with the garlic and carrots over medium heat. Stir in the tomato paste, tomatoes, vinegar, wine and thyme leaves. Add the chicken pieces, cover and simmer over medium heat for 30 to 40 minutes, or until they are cooked. Stir occasionally, turning the pieces over in the sauce.
- Remove the chicken to a serving dish and keep it warm in a low oven. Bring the sauce to a boil, and cook for about 10 minutes to reduce by about one-third. Stir in the creme fraiche and bring to a boil. Cook for five minutes. Correct seasoning and pour the sauce over the chicken pieces. Sprinkle with basil and serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 858, UnsaturatedFat 39 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 60 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 53 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 1664 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
TOMATO BASIL ROASTED CHICKEN
I only had a few ingredients in my fridge, and this recipe came to mind. However, it turned out pretty awesome and very Italian. I found that the cheese and tomatoes on top keep the meat very tender and moist. And the roasted tomatoes, mmmmm. Also, I suggest serving it with some roasted cauliflower.
Provided by Wafaa
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 45m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat Oven to 350F (175C).
- Mix the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, pepper and salt, and rub the chicken breasts with them. You can also let it marinate for a few hours or overnight.
- Lay the chicken breasts on a non stick oven pan. Place half of the basil on top of the chicken, then add the cheese on top of that.
- Slice the tomato into half moons and layer it on the top. Sprinkle the rest of the basil on.
- Place the pan in the oven, uncovered, and bake for 35-45min, until done.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.6, Fat 23.8, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 101.8, Sodium 522.9, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.7, Protein 33.7
Tips:
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes: The quality of your tomatoes will greatly impact the final dish. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and juicy, with no bruises or blemishes.
- Use fresh basil: Fresh basil has a much more intense flavor than dried basil, so it's worth the extra effort to find it. If you can't find fresh basil, you can use 1 teaspoon dried basil instead.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the chicken, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly and will make it more likely to stick to the pan.
- Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add the tomatoes and basil at the end: Adding the tomatoes and basil at the end of the cooking process will help to preserve their flavor and color.
Conclusion:
This Chicken with Basil and Tomatoes is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The juicy chicken, fresh basil, and sweet tomatoes come together to create a delicious and satisfying dish. Serve it over pasta, rice, or quinoa for a complete meal.
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