Three Step Saucy Chicken Dinner

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Three Step Saucy Chicken Dinner! Featuring tender, golden-seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with garlic, onions, and Italian herbs, this one-skillet recipe is both easy and flavor-packed. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the perfect blend of comfort and convenience, ideal for busy families or anyone craving a hearty homemade meal. Serve it over fluffy rice or with crusty bread to soak up every bit of the luscious sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch. Quick, satisfying, and brimming with flavor, this recipe will be your go-to for delicious chicken dinners made simple!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0 optional cooked rice or crusty bread for serving

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the diced onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 5

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).

Step 6

Stir in the heavy cream and let the sauce cook for an additional 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 7

Garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot over cooked rice or alongside crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1706.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2094.9

Total Fat 94.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 711.6mg	0%
Sodium 3514.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 16.7g
Protein 227.3g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 254.7mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 3135.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.3%

Protein: 45.2%

Carbs: 12.5%