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Healthy Chicken Pomodoro Skillet

Healthy Chicken Pomodoro Skillet for a Flavor-Packed Dinner

This Healthy Chicken Pomodoro Skillet is a nutritious one-skillet meal bursting with vibrant flavors and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 pound chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes with juices
  • 1 cup fresh cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cups spinach fresh
  • 1 bunch fresh basil chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning optional
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth optional for sauce consistency

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Healthy Chicken Pomodoro Skillet
  1. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Coat the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet, add olive oil, and sauté the chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Reduce heat and add canned diced tomatoes and fresh cherry tomatoes. Stir and sprinkle in Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Incorporate spinach and basil, stirring gently until the spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the skillet and stir until melted into the sauce.
  6. Adjust sauce consistency with chicken broth as needed and taste for seasoning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Use other leafy greens if desired. Always taste before serving to adjust flavor.

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