Chicken Pizzaiola

Close-up of a wooden spoon holding a piece of cooked chicken topped with a tomato-based sauce with chopped herbs and spices, in a pan filled with more chicken and sauce.

Chicken Pizzaiola is a delicious and easy-to-make dinner packed with flavor. Simple ingredients, that are perfect for a family dinner or a weeknight meal.

Course Dinner, Main Course, Main Dish

Cuisine American, Italian

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings

Calories 244kcal

Author Kylee Ayotte

Equipment

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
salt and pepper start with a pinch of each and adjust to your tastes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small thinly sliced onion
2 cloves minced garlic
15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence or Italian Seasoning
½ cup red wine optional

Optional

1 tablespoon fresh basil or fresh parsley

Instructions

Season the chicken

Season 4 chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.

Brown the chicken

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium, and add a little more oil if the pan is dry.
Add 1 small thinly sliced onion and cook until it begins to soften, then add 2 cloves minced garlic and cook 1 more minute.

Make the sauce

Add the undrained 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes, 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence or Italian seasoning, and if using, the ½ cup red wine.
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Let the sauce simmer for 5-10 minutes, allowing it to slightly thicken.

Return the chicken to the skillet

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cover and let simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Serve

Plate it over pasta, and garnish with 1 tablespoon fresh basil, or fresh parsley if you have it.

Notes

Chicken is cooked when it registers 165°F on a digital thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken.

Add some bell pepper with the onion for extra flavor.

What to serve with Chicken Pizzaiola?
It pairs wonderfully with a side of cooked pasta, mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the yummy sauce. Add some steamed vegetables, or a garden salad for a complete meal.

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