Chicken fillet baked in tomato sauce
5 servings
60 minutes
Chicken fillet baked in tomato sauce is a tender, aromatic dish that combines simplicity of preparation with rich flavor. This recipe, inspired by Russian cuisine, unites the tenderness of chicken meat with the rich taste of tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic herbs. Baking in the oven preserves the juiciness of the fillet while the tomato sauce adds an appetizing sweet-sour note. The dish pairs wonderfully with sides of potatoes, rice, or fresh vegetables. An ideal option for a cozy home dinner, it is easily digestible and suitable for dietary meals. Spices like basil and Provençal herbs enhance the natural flavor of the ingredients, creating a harmonious blend of freshness and richness. This dish can be served as a standalone treat or complemented with a light salad for a complete gastronomic ensemble.
1
Cut the chicken fillet into pieces and place it in a ceramic dish greased with olive oil. Add salt and top with 3 sliced garlic cloves.
- Chicken fillet: 800 g
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Salt: to taste
2
Place the chicken in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 30 minutes.
- Chicken fillet: 800 g
3
In a separate bowl, peel the tomatoes from their skin and mash them with a fork, pouring the pulp back into the tomato juice.
- Canned tomatoes: 1 jar
4
Add chopped garlic, onion, basil, Provence herbs, salt, and pepper, and mix.
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Onion: 1 piece
- Dried basil: pinch
- Provencal herbs: pinch
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
After 30 minutes of placing the chicken in the oven, spread the tomato mixture over the fillet and let it cook for another 15-20 minutes at the same temperature.
- Canned tomatoes: 1 jar