Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken: 6 Amazing Comfort Favorite
Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken is a rich, comforting dish with tender chicken simmered in a smooth tomato cream sauce with garlic and fresh basil.
Ingredients
Scale
1 1/2 pounds chicken
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion
3 cloves garlic
1 can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup basil
1 cup spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Season and sear chicken until lightly golden, then set aside.
- Cook onion and garlic in the same pan until soft.
- Add tomatoes and seasoning, then simmer.
- Stir in cream and Parmesan until smooth.
- Return chicken and cook until fully done.
- Add spinach if using, then finish with basil.
Notes
Keep heat low after adding cream to maintain a smooth sauce.