Tomato-Basil Chicken with Spices Recipe

Name: Tomato-Basil Chicken with Spices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 small onion, thinly sliced lengthwise; 2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped; 2 cinnamon sticks; 3 star anise pods; 2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (2 pounds); 1 1/2 cups basil leaves, coarsely chopped; Couscous or orzo, for serving

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced lengthwise
2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped
2 cinnamon sticks
3 star anise pods
2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (2 pounds)
1 1/2 cups basil leaves, coarsely chopped
Couscous or orzo, for serving

1
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil until shimmering.
2
Add the onion and cook over high heat, stirring, until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the tomatoes, cinnamon sticks, star anise and ginger and season with salt and pepper.
4
Add the chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper.
5
Cover and cook over moderate heat, turning the chicken once, until cooked through, about 15 minutes.
6
Transfer the chicken to plates.
7
Stir the basil into the sauce.
8
Spoon the sauce over the chicken and serve with couscous.

392

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 small onion, thinly sliced lengthwise, 2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped, 2 cinnamon sticks, and more.

Yes, Tomato-Basil Chicken with Spices 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.

Tomato-Basil Chicken with Spices

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