Healthy Tuscan Chicken
Healthy Tuscan Chicken is a vibrant, nutritious dish that brings the flavors of Italy to your dinner table. Tender chicken breasts are simmered in a tangy sauce made from juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and aromatic garlic. This delightful recipe is perfect for family dinners or meal prep, providing a colorful and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed guilt-free any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and halve cherry tomatoes; chop garlic and basil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Sear chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add tomatoes and garlic; sauté until fragrant. Stir in balsamic vinegar and Italian seasoning.
- Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce over it. Top with fresh basil.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let rest before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - Feel free to swap out ingredients based on what you have on hand; sun-dried tomatoes or spinach can be great additions. - For added creaminess, consider using Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream.