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Healthy Chicken Pomodoro Skillet Recipe

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A quick and healthy Chicken Pomodoro Skillet recipe featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce with fresh spinach, basil, and Parmesan cheese. This one-pan meal combines Italian-inspired flavors in under 40 minutes, perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Tomato Sauce

  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with their juice
  • 1/2 cup fresh cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth (optional for extra moisture)

Greens & Cheese

  • 1 cup spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken: In a bowl, toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Add tomatoes and seasonings: Reduce heat to medium. Pour in the can of diced tomatoes with their juice, add halved cherry tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Stir everything to combine well and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to develop the sauce.
  4. Add greens: Stir in the chopped spinach and fresh basil leaves. Allow the greens to wilt as the skillet cooks for an additional 2-3 minutes, mixing gently.
  5. Add Parmesan cheese: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the skillet. Stir well until the cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes creamy.
  6. Adjust sauce consistency: If the sauce is thicker than desired, pour in the optional chicken broth and stir until the sauce reaches your preferred consistency. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier alternative.
  • For a dairy-free version, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a dairy-free cheese substitute.
  • Serve with whole-grain pasta, rice, or crusty bread to complete your meal.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
  • Add crushed red pepper flakes if you prefer a bit of heat.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/healthy-chicken-pomodoro-skillet-recipe/