This Chicken Tomato Recipe combines tender chicken breast with sauteed juicy tomatoes, garlic, and herbs for one of the best healthy dinner ideas. It’s a simple, flavorful one-pan meal ready in 30 minutes!

Other favorite low carb meals we love is this caprese chicken zucchini tomato recipe, bruschetta chicken and baked chicken caprese.

Chicken with tomatoes and garlic in a skillet garnished with basil.

As a busy mom, I’m always looking for super simple, low effort midweek meal options like this chicken tomato recipe, pesto chicken, pan fried chicken breast, or these juicy chicken breasts in garlic butter sauce.

It combines tender, juicy chicken breast with a simple tomato sauce made with flavorful tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. And all in one skillet for less washing up!

Even self-proclaimed tomato haters love this tomato chicken!

Chicken with tomatoes served with buckwheat on a plate.

Smoky, lightly seasoned, tender pan seared chicken breasts, fresh tomatoes, and garlic with simple seasonings will make this a delicious summer dinner on repeat!

In Ukraine, we served it with buckwheat aka “kasha”, here is a quick tutorial how to cook buckwheat. But you can also serve it over creamy Instant Pot mashed potatoes. Just watch as your family cleans their dinner plates with this one pan wonder!

Ingredients and Notes

This chicken tomato recipe uses just 8 simple ingredients – salt, pepper and oil included! With an emphasis on ripe, juicy tomatoes. Use farmers market ripe juicy tomatoes if you can, you won’t regret it!

Chicken, oregano, tomatoes, oil, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Chicken: I used 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into tenders. You could also use chicken tenderloin or chicken thighs but may need to slightly reduce or slightly increase the cooking time.
  • Oil: I used avocado oil. You could also use olive oil or another neutral cooking oil.
  • Seasonings: I used a combination of Italian herbs like dried oregano, salt and pepper. You can also use Italian seasoning.
  • Tomatoes: You can use any variety of ripe, juicy tomato or even a combination of any like cherry tomatoes, beefsteak tomatoes or tomatoes on the vine. In winter, I recommend using vine tomatoes for the best results.
  • Garlic: Avoid the pesky questionable store bought garlic puree and use fresh garlic cloves!
  • Fresh herbs: Finely chopped basil or fresh parsley really adds to the fresh garden taste of this tomato chicken!

How to Make Chicken and Tomatoes Recipe

This one pan garlic chicken tomato recipe is similar to a chicken cacciatore but with a fresher, lighter finish. And ready in less than 30 minutes!

Chicken on a cutting board sprinkled with salt and pepper.

Season the chicken breasts: First, cut the chicken breasts into chicken tenders and season with oregano, salt, and pepper. You can do this directly on the cutting board.

Sliced tomatoes and minced garlic on cutting board.

Prepare the tomatoes and garlic: Peel and mince the garlic and cut the tomatoes depending on their size.

For larger tomatoes, I cut it onto wedges, around 8 per tomato. For smaller tomatoes like cherry tomatoes, you can chop them in half.

To peel and chop the garlic in no time, smash it with the flat side of a knife first, then peel and mince. It’ll be easy-peasy to peel that way!

Searing chicken breasts in a skillet.

Sear the chicken breasts: In a large skillet over medium heat, add a little oil and sear half of the seasoned chicken pieces on one side until its edges begin to turn white.

Then flip over and cook until golden brown, 4-5 minutes per side, usually. Remove the seared chicken breasts and repeat this step with the remaining chicken, then set it aside.

Work in batches unless your pan can fit it all at once, then go for it!

Cooking tomatoes in a skillet.

Cook the vegetables: Reduce the heat to low and add the garlic and oregano and lightly sauté for one minute, stirring regularly. Then add the tomatoes to the pan, season with salt and pepper, increase the heat to medium and simmer for 5 minutes.

If the tomatoes aren’t juicy, add a splash of water or broth.

Assemble and serve: Once the tomatoes are cooked, turn off the heat. Add the chicken back to the skillet and sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley.

Tips for Best Results

Here are my top tips to nail this chicken tomato recipe from the first try!

  • Experiment with the herbs and seasonings: Dried rosemary, dried thyme, Italian seasoning, or Herbes De Provence would all taste great.
  • Use the freshest tomatoes you can: This chicken breast with tomatoes recipe is simple and relies on the tomatoes’ flavor a lot. So, make sure you use good ones.
  • If you use skin-on chicken breast: You’ll need to slightly increase cooking time.
  • Red wine vinegar: You can add a splash to the pan when adding the tomatoes. The harsh flavor will burn off, leaving behind added depth. Balsamic vinegar would also be great!
  • Pairing suggestions: Other than a glass of crisp white wine, grilled zucchini, healthy Caesar salad, spaghetti squash noodles or your favorite whole grain pasta like simple spaghetti recipe or linguine would go so well!

What’s Best to Serve Chicken Tomato Recipe With?

This chicken and tomato recipe is so versatile, it will go with so many of the favorite side dishes.

How to Store and Reheat

Allow the chicken with tomatoes to cool entirely before transferring to an airtight container and storing in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.

Store leftovers in an airtight container and freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.

To reheat, add tomato chicken to a large pan on the stovetop and heat over medium heat until warmed through, 10-15 minutes.

You can also reheat in the oven at 350 degrees F along with all the tomato sauce while covered. Bake for around 10 minutes, until it is heated through.

FAQs

Can I bake this chicken tomato recipe in the oven?

Yes, you can. I would follow this baked chicken breast instructions adding the tomato sauce ingredients to the bottom of the dish.

You may also love this one pan chicken and potatoes, another favorite tomato recipe made on a sheet pan.

Can I use canned tomatoes?

While it won’t be as fresh tasting, you could try a can of drained low sodium diced tomatoes.

Could I add cheese to tomato chicken?

There’s nothing quite like cheese and tomato, so feel free to grate a healthy helping of gruyere cheese, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, or other sharp cheese. Add this in the last few minutes of cooking, just enough for it to melt.

More Chicken and Vegetables Recipes to Try

Chicken with tomatoes and garlic garnished with basil in a skillet.
Chicken with tomatoes and garlic in a skillet garnished with basil.

Chicken and Tomato Recipe

This Chicken Tomato Recipe combines combines tender chicken breast with sauteed juicy tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. Ready in 30 minutes!
4.97 from 82 votes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 163
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes

Ingredients  

Chicken Breasts:

Sauce:

Instructions 

  • Cut chicken breasts into tenders. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp salt and pepper to taste. Gently toss around to coat evenly. Slice tomatoes and chop garlic.
  • Preheat large ceramic non-stick skillet on medium heat and swirl a bit of oil to coat. Add half of chicken and cook for 5 minutes or until golden brown on each side. Transfer to a dish and cook remaining chicken this way.
  • Reduce heat to low, add garlic and 1/2 tsp oregano. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently (add a bit of oil if there was none left from cooking chicken).
  • Layer tomatoes on top, sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt and pepper to taste. Turn up the heat to medium and cook tomatoes for about 5 minutes, gently tossing them around (if tomatoes aren’t juicy enough, add a splash of water).
  • When tomatoes have released their juices and turned into fresh tomato sauce, turn off the heat and return chicken back to skillet. Gently tuck it in between tomatoes and sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley.
  • Serve warm with whole wheat spaghetti, quinoa, brown rice or buckwheat.

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Notes

  • Store: Allow the chicken and tomatoes to cool entirely before transferring to an airtight container and storing in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
  • Freeze: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
  • Reheating: Add chilled chicken breast with tomatoes to a large pan on the stovetop and heat over medium heat until warmed through (10-15 minutes). Or reheat in oven at 350F covered. Bake for around 10 minutes, until heated through.
  • Use the freshest tomatoes you can: This dish is simple and relies on the tomatoes’ flavor a lot – so make sure you use good ones.

Nutrition

Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 358mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American Ukrainian
Author: Olena Osipov
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Welcome! I grew up in Ukraine watching my grandma cook with simple ingredients. I have spent the last 11 years making it my mission to help you cook quick and easy meals for your family!

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Comments

  1. 5 stars
    This is a new favorite for the husband and myself. I only had tomatoes from the supermarket and it was still fantastic. I can’t wait for summer when the farmers markets open back up to try it with fresh tomatoes! I think the basil is what takes to another level.

  2. 5 stars
    Olena, Once the chicken has been browned on both sides, where do you put it while you continue on with the rest of the recipe; a metal pan or bowl, covered or uncovered? I haven’t made your recipe yet, but gave you 5 stars, as it looks delicious.

  3. 5 stars
    Holy deliciousness!!!!!! This is now a family favorite dish. All 4 children gave it a must have again. I only had gourmet medley small tomatoes on hand. I added fresh stir in Basil right at the end for a burst of color and fresh flavor. I went with grilled eggplant as my base cut length wise. I think you could have put any thing under this chicken tomato Basile garlic sauce and would make a perfect base. This was so simple and so delicious. Thank you for the recipe. Now I can’t wait till I get fresh tomatoes from the garden.

  4. 5 stars
    This recipe tasted good instead of using water to add to tomatoes i used chicken broth. I used veggies as sides the next time i will use pasta.

  5. 5 stars
    Olena, I’m making this today again as it’s been
    w a y too long since I last made it last (April 2019)! I’ve been busy trying out a lot of your other recipes & I guess I’ve let this recipe go on the back burner (so to speak) but… not today! I have chicken breast ready & just calling for this recipe again!! 😁 I can’t wait to eat this once again & I promise it won’t be long making it again!
    I’m loving all the recipes you provide as your website is one I ALWAYS come back to.
    Thank you again for your hard work in providing healthy meals!

    1. Hi Tricia! You made my day when I read that you have been enjoying my site and recipes. Glad you are making this chicken breast one tonight (it is one of my favorites) 🙂

  6. 5 stars
    I’m finishing up this dish as I type. I can tell it’s going to be scrumptious. The smell of the dish is wafting through the kitchen and making my mouth water. It was super easy to make so that is a plus as well.

  7. 5 stars
    Simply amazing dish. Myself and significant other loved this dish. The flavours popped and left us wanting more. I only had 2lbs of grape tomatoes and 3 chicken breasts and still used all the spices and it was amazing. Ty ty for such a great recipe

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