Lightly Fried Chicken Breasts With Basil Tomatoes

Name: Lightly Fried Chicken Breasts With Basil Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1/4 cup flour; 1/4 cup cornmeal; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon coriander; 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper; 1 egg, beaten; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 large tomatoes, cut into cubes; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons basil

Servings: persons

1
Rinse and thoroughly dry chicken breasts. Pound them to a more even consistency, if needed.
2
Mix flour, corn meal, chili powder, coriander, and lemon pepper.
3
Heat 1 T of olive oil in a pan at medium-high heat.
4
Dip each chicken breast in egg and then thoroughly dredge in flour mixture (I like to sprinkle some additional chili powder on each chicken breast before it goes in the pan).
5
Fry the chicken breasts on the first side for about 7 or 8 minutes, or whenever they are about half-cooked.
6
Turn chicken breasts.
7
After a minute or two, add the remaining olive oil and the garlic to the pan. Put the tomato chunks in the pan, keeping them separate from the chicken but allowing them to benefit from the drippings in the pan. Sprinkle basil over tomatoes. Do not stir.
8
Cook until chicken is cooked through (another 5 - 7 minutes).
9
Serve with corn bread, roasted red potatoes, or a side salad. I wouldn't serve this with rice as it might absorb the tomato/ chicken juices.

232

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1/4 cup flour, 1/4 cup cornmeal, 1 teaspoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Lightly Fried Chicken Breasts With Basil Tomatoes falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lightly Fried Chicken Breasts With Basil Tomatoes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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