Name: Tomato Basil Chicken Skillet
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1/2 cup chicken broth; Fresh basil leaves, chopped for garnish

Ingredients:

- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

3. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.

5. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

6. Stir in cherry tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.

7. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

8. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the tomato mixture.

9. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

10. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

11. Garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves before serving.

Special Tips or Variations:

- You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to the skillet for added flavor and nutrients.

- Serve the tomato basil chicken over cooked pasta or with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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