Whole30 Chicken with Tomato Sauce

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Whole30 Chicken with Tomato Sauce! This healthy, one-skillet recipe combines tender, golden-seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, oregano, and basil. Perfect for anyone following a Whole30 diet or simply seeking a wholesome meal, this dish is bursting with flavor while staying dairy-free, gluten-free, and sugar-free. Serve it over optional zucchini noodles for a low-carb twist or enjoy it on its own for a comforting, hearty dinner packed with Italian-inspired charm. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's a perfectly balanced meal that’s as easy as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
• 4 cups zucchini noodles (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the chicken breasts. Pat them dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste into the skillet, mixing well with the onions and garlic.

Step 6

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the tomato mixture, stirring to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for 5 minutes to develop the flavors.

Step 7

Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the tomato sauce. Cover the skillet and let the chicken cook through in the simmering sauce for 12-15 minutes.

Step 8

If serving with zucchini noodles, cook them separately by sautéing in a pan with a little olive oil for 3-4 minutes or until tender.

Step 9

Once the chicken is cooked through, sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the top.

Step 10

Serve the chicken breasts with tomato sauce over zucchini noodles or on its own for a delicious Whole30 meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2722.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1837.8

Total Fat 58.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 572.0mg	0%
Sodium 3041.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.5g	0%
Total Sugars 55.3g
Protein 236.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 447.1mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 4926.9mg	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: 28.4%

Protein: 51.4%

Carbs: 20.3%