Tomato Basil Alfredo Chicken Skillet Recipe

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It seems like life these days get busier and busier. For most families, including mine, even a 30 minute meal can be challenge on many evenings. I find that it gets even harder to get a delicious dinner on the table and we end up ordering take out or going out to eat. I use this Alfredo chicken skillet recipe for meal prep and that helps us skip the dinner challenges on busy nights.

One of the keys to making meal prep actually work is to make sure you have the right tools and recipes. This tomato basil skillet recipe is perfect for creating a few different meal options from layer the chicken and sauce over pasta to using the chicken and sauce to create a homemade pizza (check out my chicken Alfredo flatbread for an option!)

Tomato Basil Alfredo Chicken Ingredients

• Chicken Breasts – You could chicken thighs if you prefer but you will need to adjust the cooking time.
• Salt and pepper
• Neutral Oil – I usually avocado oil.
• Mushrooms – You can buy them pre-sliced to save time.
• Grape Tomatoes – These are optional.
• Creamy Basil Alfredo sauce – For this tomato basil chicken recipe, I use a store bought sauce. With limited time in my schedule, I try to search for one that I know will be full of flavor and work well in my recipe. If you have extra time, a homemade Alfredo sauce is a great fill-in for the store bought sauce used here.
• Half and Half
• Sundried Tomatoes – I like to buy the ones that are already sliced.
• Parmesan Cheese
• Fresh Basil

How to Make Tomato Basil Alfredo Chicken

This recipe is very simple to make. The full instructions can be found in the recipe card but here is an overview

1. Season and brown the chicken breasts. During this step, the chicken doesn’t need to be cooked all the way through because it will continue cooking when added back into the skillet.
2. Sauté the mushrooms and tomatoes.
3. Add the sauce and half and half. Then, add the chicken back in and simmer until fully cooked.

What to Serve with Alfredo Chicken Skillet Recipes

There are so many options with this recipe! Any option you choose is sure to be a hit with the family but here are a few ideas:

• Pasta
• Roasted or steamed broccoli
• Roasted or steamed asparagus
• Spinach and bacon salad
• Garlic knots

More Easy Dinner Recipes

If you like this recipe for tomato basil chicken skillet, be sure to try these other quick and easy dinner recipes:

• One Pot Pizza Pasta
• Balsamic Chicken Vegetable Skillet
• 15 Minute Tomato Basil Mozzarella Pasta
• Garlic Chicken Bow Tie Pasta

Tomato Basil Chicken Skillet

A quick and easy dinner that is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 6 servings

Author: Shannah

Ingredients

• 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper
• 1 Tablespoon oil
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup grape tomatoes
• 1 jar Creamy Basil Alfredo sauce
• 1/4 cup half and half
• 1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes julienned
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 Tablespoons chopped basil

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Instructions

• Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove from skillet. 
  6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, Salt and pepper, 1 Tablespoon oil
• Add mushrooms and grape tomatoes to skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  1/2 cup sliced mushrooms, 1/2 cup grape tomatoes
• Reduce heat to low. Stir in Alfredo sauce and half and half. Add browned chicken and sun dried tomatoes. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
  1 jar Creamy Basil Alfredo sauce, 1/4 cup half and half, 1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes
• Top with grated Parmesan and basil just before serving.
  1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 Tablespoons chopped basil

Notes

• There will be some extra sauce with this recipe. I usually use it to toss with some pasta on the side. 
• You can add baby spinach or kale to this recipe about halfway through the simmering of the sauce. 
• This recipe can be transferred to an airtight container and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the microwave or in a skillet over low heat on the stove. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium: 324mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g

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