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Pan-seared chicken cutlets simmering in a fresh tomato marinara sauce with green basil garnish.
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Clean Eating Chicken Marinara

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cutlets
  • 2 cups crushed tomatoes, no salt or sugar added
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Season the chicken cutlets evenly with sea salt and black pepper.
  • Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear the chicken for 5 minutes per side until golden brown; remove and set aside.
  • Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in the crushed tomatoes and dried oregano, stirring to deglaze the pan.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer for 15 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Garnish with fresh basil before serving.