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Hearty Chicken Skillet with Tomatoes and Peas


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  • Author: James Carter
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A simple yet flavorful one-pan chicken dish featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich tomato and herb sauce with sweet peas. Perfect for a weeknight meal. Find the full recipe at Flavors by Betty.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (10-ounce) package frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Cooked rice or crusty bread, for serving

Instructions

  1. 1. Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. 2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear chicken in batches until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. 3. Reduce heat to medium. Add sliced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. 5. Pour in diced tomatoes (undrained), chicken broth, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir and scrape up browned bits.
  6. 6. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
  7. 7. Return chicken to the skillet, stir to coat.
  8. 8. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  9. 9. Stir in frozen peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking until heated through.
  10. 10. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  11. 11. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: ~400
  • Sugar: ~12g
  • Sodium: ~500mg
  • Fat: ~15g
  • Carbohydrates: ~35g
  • Fiber: ~6g
  • Protein: ~30g