CHICKEN BASIL ITALIANO

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I can sum up this recipe in three words, quick, easy and delicious. Serve with warm crusty French bread and a tossed salad and you have a great meal. Enjoy!

Provided by J Bowen

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon light butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 cup fresh sliced mushrooms
1 (14 ounce) can diced Italian tomatoes, undrained
2 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
8 ounces spaghetti
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet heat olive oil. Reserve 1/2 a teaspoons of the basil.
  • Sprinkle chicken with a combination of the basil, salt and pepper.
  • Saute till chicken is nicely browned on both sides.
  • Remove chicken and keep warm on a plate.
  • Add butter saute, onions, mushrooms, and garlic till tender.
  • Add tomatoes, broth, 1/2 teaspoons basil, red pepper flakes to skillet.
  • Bring to a boil and add chicken. Let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is done.
  • If you need to you can thicken sauce with mixing flour and water together.
  • Serve over cooked spaghetti and top with fresh parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.8, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 77.8, Sodium 870.9, Carbohydrate 51.4, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 5.5, Protein 41.5

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