Description
A simple, flexible dish built for busy weeknights and special meals alike, delivering big flavor with everyday ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–1.5 lb Protein (chicken breast or thighs)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper or seasonal vegetable, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 can diced tomatoes or 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (optional)
- Salt, pepper, olive oil, and fresh herbs
Instructions
- Pat protein dry and season lightly.
- Heat oil in a large skillet and brown protein on both sides, 3–5 minutes per side depending on thickness.
- Transfer to a plate.
- Add onion and garlic to the same skillet and sauté until soft, about 4 minutes.
- Add chopped vegetables and cook until they release moisture.
- Stir in tomatoes and stock, scraping the bottom of the pan to lift brown bits.
- Return the protein to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce.
- Simmer gently, uncovered, until the sauce reduces and the protein reaches safe internal temperature (165°F for chicken).
- If baking, transfer to a baking dish, top with cheese, and bake at 400°F for 10–15 minutes until bubbly.
- Finish with chopped herbs and a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
Tip: To keep flavor and safety, consume refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg