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Chicken and Tomato Puttanesca

Chicken and Tomato Puttanesca: 5 Bold Flavors to Savor

A savory Italian dish featuring chicken in a rich tomato sauce with olives and capers.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless chicken fillets
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to skillet.
  3. Cook chicken until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
  4. Add garlic, red pepper flakes, and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Stir in diced tomatoes, olives, and capers.
  6. Simmer for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with pasta or crusty bread.
  • Adjust spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
  • Use fresh tomatoes for a better flavor.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken fillet with sauce
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Chicken and Tomato Puttanesca, Italian chicken, tomato sauce