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Herb Chicken Tomato Topping: A Flavorful and Comforting Dish

Herb Chicken Tomato Topping is a hearty and flavorful dish where tender chicken breasts are pan-seared and simmered in a rich, garlicky tomato sauce, topped with crispy, golden garlic breadcrumbs. This dish is bursting with savory flavors and is perfect for a cozy dinner at home.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 60g (½ cup) Panko breadcrumbs

  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • ½ tsp dried chili flakes (or more if you like heat)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 800g canned tomatoes, diced, with juices

  • Salt, to your liking

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • Pepper, to your liking

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 4–5 basil leaves (or ½ tsp dried basil)

  • 1 tsp sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken dry, slice lengthwise into two thinner halves, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan, then cook chicken for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Set aside.

  2. Pour 1 tbsp olive oil into the pan, toss in 4 minced garlic cloves, and cook for 30 seconds. Mix in canned diced tomatoes, basil, chili flakes, and a bit of salt. Let it boil, lower to medium heat, and simmer with the chicken for roughly 15 minutes until thickened. Adjust salt or add sugar if needed.

  3. Heat butter on low, add 1 minced garlic clove, and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in breadcrumbs with parsley and toast until crispy golden.

  4. Just before serving, scatter the garlic breadcrumbs over the chicken while hot to keep that crunch.

  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 350 per serving