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Creamy Tomato Chicken Skillet

This Creamy Tomato Chicken Skillet is an easy weeknight dinner made with tender seasoned chicken breasts simmered in a rich and creamy tomato sauce. It comes together in one skillet and is ready in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 10.5 oz tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Chef's knife
  • 1 Measuring spoons
  • 1 Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and dried oregano.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for several minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the same skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens and the garlic is fragrant.
  4. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the same skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens and the garlic is fragrant.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon some of the sauce over the top.
  6. Cover the skillet and simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to warm through and soak up the sauce.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium-low heat, adding a splash of chicken broth or water if the sauce becomes too thick. The chicken and sauce can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.