Easy Chicken in Tomato Sauce

Step 1

Heat large skillet on medium high heat.

Step 2

While skillet heats, rub chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Place prepared chicken into skillet and do not touch for 3-4 minutes or until chicken releases easily from the pan and forms a nice crust.

Step 4

Remove seared to chicken and set aside. (the chicken will not be fully cooked but will continue to cook in the tomato sauce later).

Step 5

Reduce heat of skillet to medium.  Add one tablespoon of olive oil.  Add onion and saute until translucence.  3-4 minutes.  Add chopped garlic and cook an additional minutes.

Step 6

Add crushed tomatoes, drained diced roasted tomatoes, heavy cream and italian seasoning to skillet.  Bring to a simmer.  Add chicken back to pan and simmer for 20 minutes or until chicken reaches 165 degrees.

Step 7

Prepare pasta or rice according to package directions and serve with sauce and chicken.  Sprinkle with grated parmesan if desired.