SICILIAN CHICKEN IN TOMATO SAUCE

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Herbs, capers and a touch of cinnamon highlight the tomato sauce in which these chicken breasts simmer. Serve with a short pasta such as fusilli or conchiglie to catch the sauce. From Ontario Chicken Lover magazine.

Provided by Chef 313014

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (19 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
2 teaspoons capers or 2 teaspoons green olives, chopped
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine basil, oregano, salt and pepper; sprinkle half over both sides of chicken.
  • In large nonstick skillet, heat half of the oil over medium-high heat; brown chicken all over, about 4 minutes. Transfer to plate.
  • In skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat; cook onion, garlic and remaining basil mixture, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until onion is softened.
  • Add tomatoes, breaking up with spoon. Add capers, vinegar and cinnamon; bring to boil.
  • Return chicken and any accumulated juices to pan; reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink inside.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.9, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 647.2, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 6.3, Protein 26.8

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