Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

Chicken Pomodoro Recipe | Step-by-Step Tutorial

Login to Save
1.3K views👍 16
Cooking Master Chef
Cooking Master Chef
3 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Cooking Master Chef to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Chicken Pomodoro

Cultural Context

Originating from the southern regions of Italy, Chicken Pomodoro highlights the use of fresh ingredients like tomatoes and basil, reflecting the Mediterranean diet's emphasis on simplicity and flavor. Traditionally served with pasta, it embodies the Italian philosophy of using quality ingredients to create comforting meals. Today, variations exist worldwide, adapting to local tastes while maintaining its core essence of chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breasts
28 oz canned tomatoes
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
1/2 cup fresh basil
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor while being lower in calories.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be healthier and more flavorful.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: turkey breast

Turkey breast is leaner and often more affordable.

1

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2

Sauté chicken breasts until golden brown.

3

Add minced garlic and diced onion; cook until fragrant.

4

Stir in chopped tomatoes, basil, and Italian seasoning.

5

Simmer until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringboiling

Equipment Needed

large skilletpot for pastameasuring spoonscutting boardknife

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Pollo al Pomodoro
Local Name: Pollo al Pomodoro

More Chicken Pomodoro Videos

(20 videos)

Similar Italian Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Dishes From Other Cuisines

(24 videos)