Description

Description:
This Italian Chicken is juicy, tender, and packed with classic Italian flavors like garlic, oregano, and tomatoes. It’s quick to prepare and works great with pasta, rice, or veggies. Perfect for a simple weeknight meal or a casual dinner with friends.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, until lightly browned.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring to avoid burning.
Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juices) and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp of 165°F).
Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken breasts and sear for 2–3 minutes on each side, until lightly browned.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring to avoid burning.
Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juices) and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp of 165°F).
Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.

Notes

You can swap chicken breasts for thighs if you prefer.
Add a splash of balsamic vinegar for a tangy twist.
Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
Calories: 290
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 510mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 95mg