Chicken Breasts With Tomatoes And Capers Recipe

A fast, flavorful, and surprisingly easy recipe for juicy chicken breasts, inspired by the legendary Pierre Franey of the New York Times. This updated version uses chicken thighs for extra tenderness and boasts a vibrant tomato-caper sauce that's bursting with fresh tarragon. Don't be intimidated by the capers – they add a delightful briny touch without overpowering the dish! Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 461.5 kcal
Protein 65g
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Ingredients for Chicken Breasts With Tomatoes And Capers

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh Ground White Pepper
  • Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Fresh Tarragon
  • Plum Tomatoes
  • Red Wine Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • Dry White Wine
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • Fresh Parsley Leaves

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How to Make Chicken Breasts With Tomatoes And Capers

  1. Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken thighs and cook, turning frequently, until browned on all sides (about 6-8 minutes).
  4. Add shallots and garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  5. Stir in tarragon, crushed tomatoes, red wine vinegar, capers, white wine, and tomato paste.
  6. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  7. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

42g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Breasts With Tomatoes And Capers?

Chicken Breasts With Tomatoes And Capers takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Breasts With Tomatoes And Capers?

Chicken Breasts With Tomatoes And Capers has approximately 461.5 calories per serving, with about 65 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 40 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Breasts With Tomatoes And Capers?

The key ingredients for Chicken Breasts With Tomatoes And Capers are Chicken Breasts, Salt, Fresh Ground White Pepper, Olive Oil, Butter, Shallots. See the full list with measurements above.

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