Preparation and Cooking Steps for Skillet Chicken Breast
- Preparing the Chicken: Season the chicken with herbs, spices, and a drizzle of olive oil. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors develop.
- Searing the Chicken: Heat the cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of olive oil. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook until golden brown on each side, ensuring it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and let it rest.
- Sautéing the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the prepared vegetables, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender-crisp and lightly charred, allowing their natural sweetness to shine through.
- Bringing it all Together: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, nestling it among the flavorful vegetables. Place the skillet in a preheated oven and bake for a few minutes to ensure the chicken is fully cooked and the flavors meld together.
One Pan Tuscan Chicken is made for you! This recipe is veggie and protein loaded, plus it can be quickly made on the stove top, only dirtying one pan. Inspired by a recent review of our Italy trip last summer as we are about to head to Europe to visit a few other countries (Netherlands, Belgium, France, and Germany).
The Tuscan food was the best, so fresh and delicious… we will definitely be going back to Italy one day. Let me know if you have any recs for our upcoming trip and make sure you check out my Italy recaps if you are heading there anytime soon! I will be sharing more recaps from our trip when I return but follow along on Instagram if you don’t want to wait!
Serving and Enjoying the Cast Iron Chicken
- Garnish and Presentation: Sprinkle the dish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil for a burst of freshness and an enticing visual appeal.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve the succulent chicken and vibrant vegetables as is for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Alternatively, pair it with a side of fluffy quinoa or crusty whole grain bread to complete the experience.
- Leftovers and Meal Prep: This recipe is perfect for meal prepping, allowing you to enjoy the flavors throughout the week. Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for easy and delicious lunches or dinners.
One Pot Tuscan Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts about 1lb
- 1 TBSP olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 TBSP dried basil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 16 oz mushrooms
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 can artichokes
- 1 jar sundried tomatoes oil drained
- Optional: fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Heat olive on stovetop.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and dried basil.
- Add chicken to heated pan and cook thoroughly.
- Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
- Add garlic to same pan and saute 1 minute.
- Add mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth over pan and cook an additional 5 minutes.
- Add chicken, artichokes, and sundried tomatoes to pan for another 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if using.
What’s your favorite one pan/pot recipe??
