Tuscan Chicken with Tomato-Basil Relish and Toasted Almond Broccoli Recipe

Name: Tuscan Chicken with Tomato-Basil Relish and Toasted Almond Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup diced plum tomatoes; 2 tablespoons diced red onion; 1/4 cup sliced, drained sweet pimientos; 1/4 cup snipped fresh basil leaves; 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts; Olive oil spray; Toasted Almond Broccoli, recipe follows; 4 tablespoons sliced almonds; 1/2 pound broccoli florets (4 cups); 2 teaspoons olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 cup diced plum tomatoes
2 tablespoons diced red onion
1/4 cup sliced, drained sweet pimientos
1/4 cup snipped fresh basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Olive oil spray
Toasted Almond Broccoli, recipe follows
4 tablespoons sliced almonds
1/2 pound broccoli florets (4 cups)
2 teaspoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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A fresh tomato-basil relish tops this simple chicken dish.
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The broccoli takes only minutes to cook in a microwave oven.
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It's topped with toasted almonds.
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Mix tomatoes, onions, sweet pimientos, and basil together in a small bowl.
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Add vinegar and toss to mix.
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Add salt and pepper, to taste.
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Set aside.
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Place chicken between 2 pieces of waxed paper or aluminum foil and flatten with a meat mallet or the bottom of a heavy skillet to 1/2-inch thick.
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Heat a large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat and spray with olive oil spray.
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Add chicken and saute 3 minutes per side.
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Sprinkle salt and pepper, to taste, on the cooked sides.
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Divide between 2 dinner plates and spoon the tomato relish on top.
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Heat a nonstick skillet on medium heat and add almonds.
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(This can be done in the same skillet used for the chicken.)
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Saute 1 minute or until almonds are golden, not brown.
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Remove and set aside.
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Steam the broccoli in a collapsible steamer, set up in a pot filled with 1 inch of water.
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Alternatively, place broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 4 minutes.
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Remove and add oil and salt and pepper, to taste.
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Toss well.
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Sprinkle almonds on top.

280

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup diced plum tomatoes, 2 tablespoons diced red onion, 1/4 cup sliced, drained sweet pimientos, 1/4 cup snipped fresh basil leaves, and more.

Yes, Tuscan Chicken with Tomato-Basil Relish and Toasted Almond Broccoli 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.

Tuscan Chicken with Tomato-Basil Relish and Toasted Almond Broccoli

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