Description
Baked Tomato Basil Chicken is a succulent dish that showcases tender chicken breasts enveloped in a vibrant sauce of juicy tomatoes, aromatic basil, and garlic. This easy-to-follow recipe effortlessly transforms everyday ingredients into a comforting, restaurant-quality meal perfect for any occasion. With its colorful presentation and mouthwatering aroma, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix canned tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, and olive oil until well combined.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the tomato mixture over it.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the hot chicken and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg