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Marinated Tomato Basil Chicken Breasts

Marinated Tomato Basil Chicken Breasts

Lemon and garlic marinated chicken breasts cooked in a skillet with ripe tomatoes, basil, and Parmesan.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 349 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Zip top bag
  • Meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves divided
  • 4 ripe tomatoes chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

Cooking

  • Marinate. Mix the oil, lemon juice, garlic, and half the basil and marinate the chicken 30 minutes.
  • Sear. Season the chicken and cook 5 minutes per side.
  • Simmer. Add the tomatoes and cook 5 minutes until soft.
  • Check. Make sure the chicken reaches 165 F.
  • Finish. Top with the remaining basil and Parmesan.

Notes

Substitutions: Use canned diced tomatoes.
Tips: Do not marinate for more than 2 hours.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Nutrition is calculated per serving.
Keyword Basil, Chicken Breasts, Lemon Juice, marinated tomato basil chicken breasts, Tomatoes