Italian Chicken and Chickpeas

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4 lbs)
• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Brown chicken breasts on all sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
5. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
6. Add oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute more.
7. Stir in tomatoes, chickpeas, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
8. Add chicken breasts back to the skillet.
9. Bake for 45 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
10. Serve with your favorite sides.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving:

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 40g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fat: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and juicy chicken
• Savory and flavorful sauce
• Rich and hearty blend of chickpeas and vegetables
• Easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal

User Comments:

• "This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful."
• "I love the combination of flavors in this dish. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken."
• "I made this for my family and they loved it. It's a perfect dish for a cold winter night."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to cook the chicken breasts until they are done. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) before serving.
• If you don't have a skillet, you can cook this dish in a baking dish. Just be sure to cover the dish with foil so that the chicken doesn't dry out.
• Serve this dish with your favorite sides, such as rice, potatoes, or pasta.