Chicken with Marinara Sauce Recipe
Short Description
Savor the authentic taste of Italy with this Chicken with Marinara Sauce Recipe. Perfect for family dinners, it combines tender chicken with a savory, homemade marinara sauce.
Ingredients
- List of Ingredients
- Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can of crushed tomatoes 28 ounces
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic minced
- Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon of poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon of Italian herbs basil, oregano, and thyme mix
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Additional Components:
- 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes optional
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preparing the Chicken:
- Trim excess fat from chicken breasts and pat dry.
- Season both sides with salt, pepper, and a touch of Italian herbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- Making the Marinara Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed.
- Sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, and stir in oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Combining Everything:
- Nestle the cooked chicken breasts back into the marinara sauce.
- Simmer for another 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve hot, topped with fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Additional Notes
For a richer flavor, add a splash of red wine to the marinara sauce.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to redistribute the juices.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to redistribute the juices.