Tomato Basil Chicken Breasts
A comforting and flavorful dinner option featuring tender chicken breasts paired with a rich tomato and basil sauce, topped with provolone cheese and breadcrumbs.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp butter For melting in the baking pan
- 1/3 cup chopped onion
- 1 6-oz can tomato paste
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 1 tbsp dried basil Can substitute fresh if desired
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 6 slices provolone cheese
- 3/4 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp melted butter For topping before baking
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped onion, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, dried basil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the sauce.
- Place the chicken breasts in the melted butter in the baking pan, coating each piece. Spoon the tomato-basil sauce over the chicken.
Baking
- Bake the chicken for 30 to 40 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove the pan from the oven and top each piece with provolone cheese and a mixture of breadcrumbs, parsley, and melted butter.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
For serving, pair with a green salad, steamed vegetables, or garlic bread. This dish can also be served over pasta or rice.