7-Ingredient Chicken & Tomato Skillet
This simple 7-ingredient chicken and tomato skillet recipe features tender chicken thighs simmered in a savory tomato sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal.
Equipment
- Large skillet or pot
- Paper towels
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounce) diced tomatoes undrained
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat chicken thighs dry, cut into 1-inch pieces if large, and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then sauté chopped onion for 5-7 minutes until soft.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet and brown for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, without cooking through.
- Pour in undrained diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning, stirring to combine and scrape up browned bits.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C) and sauce thickens slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then ladle hot into bowls and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning.