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Tuscan Basil Chicken

A simple, flavorful Tuscan-style chicken simmered in a herbed crushed tomato sauce with parmesan and fresh basil.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts about 3 whole breasts, sliced into strips
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1.5 cups diced onion about 1 large onion
  • 1 cup diced carrot about 1 large carrot
  • 0.33 cup diced celery about 1 large celery rib
  • 14.5 ounce crushed tomatoes with basil, oregano, and garlic 1 can
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups
  • Spatula or tongs

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion, diced carrot, and diced celery to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2–3 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
  3. While the vegetables cook, slice the chicken breasts into strips.
  4. Add the chicken strips to the skillet and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is no longer pink on the outside.
  5. Stir in the can of crushed tomatoes, grated parmesan, chopped fresh basil, salt, and black pepper; bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes, until the sauce is slightly reduced and the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Serve the Tuscan basil chicken over rice or pasta if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh basil for best flavor.
  • Slice chicken uniformly for even cooking.
  • Drain excess liquid from canned tomatoes if you prefer a thicker sauce.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste at the end.