Creamy Tomato Chicken Skillet – One-Pan Comfort Meal
Creamy tomato chicken is rich, comforting, and full of flavor—ready in one pan and perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add chicken and sear for 5–6 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onion until soft, then add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add diced tomatoes (with juice), Italian seasoning, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and simmer until sauce thickens slightly.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped basil or parsley and serve hot with your choice of side.