Best 5 Chicken In Tomato Gravy Recipes

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**Chicken in Tomato Gravy: A Culinary Journey of Flavors and Comfort**

Chicken in tomato gravy is a classic dish that has tantalized taste buds for generations, enjoyed across cultures and cuisines. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors, combining tender chicken, tangy tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and rich spices. Savor the succulent chicken, seared to perfection and enveloped in a velvety tomato gravy, while each bite awakens your senses with a burst of vibrant flavors. This culinary masterpiece is not just a meal; it's an experience that nourishes the soul.

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Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CHICKEN IN TOMATO SAUCE



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This one skillet 30 minute dinner will become one of your go to week night meals! Made with quick cooking chicken breasts and store bought canned tomatoes with just a hint of cream!

Provided by Kathi & Rachel

Categories     Dinner     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 14 ounce can crushed tomatoes (tomato sauce can be substituted)
1 14 ounce can roasted diced tomatoes, drained
1/8 cup heavy cream (or half and half)
2 teaspoons italian seasoning (or 1 tsp dried basil and oregano)
salt and pepper to taste
12 ounces cooked spaghetti or rice (prepared according to package directions)

Steps:

  • Heat large skillet on medium high heat.
  • While skillet heats, rub chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper.
  • 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.
  • Remove seared to chicken and set aside. (the chicken will not be fully cooked but will continue to cook in the tomato sauce later).
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Prepare pasta or rice according to package directions and serve with sauce and chicken. Sprinkle with grated parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Sodium 76 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN AND TOMATO GRAVY



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What a tasty and simple meal! The chicken thighs cook to be very tender. The tomato gravy is flavorful and full of tomato and veggie chunks. One comforting dinner... Grandma would be proud!

Provided by Kathy Sterling

Categories     Gravies

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 chicken thighs (you can use any chicken pieces you would like)
1/4 c cooking oil
1 15 oz can of stewed tomatoes with onions and peppers
1 6 oz can tomato paste
1 15 oz can tomato sauce
1 medium yellow onions, diced
1 medium green peppers, diced
1 Tbsp garlic, chopped fine
1 Tbsp oregano, dried
1 Tbsp salt & pepper, or to taste
3 - 4 c water

Steps:

  • 1. Remove skin from chicken and season with salt and pepper.
  • 2. In a large dutch oven pot, brown chicken in cooking oil until light brown. Drain off most of the excess fat.
  • 3. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer on low for 1 to 2 hours adding water as needed to keep from sticking. It should be a medium consistency. Cook until chicken is done and falling off the bone about 1 hour.
  • 4. Serve hot over steamed rice. Enjoy!

STEWED CHICKEN IN TOMATO GRAVY



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When I was a young girl, my grandparents would take me on summer camping trips across the country. We would be gone for 3 weeks in a camper my grandfather built...quite rustic. Every evening we would have a home cooked meal and this recipe was my all time favorite. When I make this, it brings me back to eating it outside on a...

Provided by Kathy Sterling

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 c olive oil, extra virgin
1 chicken fryer, cut into serving pieces
1 Tbsp salt
1 Tbsp black pepper
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 can(s) stewed tomatoes, italian-style, 15 oz.
1 can(s) tomatoe sauce, 15 oz.
1 can(s) tomatoe paste, 6 oz.
4 c water
1/2 c white onions, chopped
1/2 c celery, chopped
1/2 c green bell pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Cut up fryer into individual serving sizes and remove skin
  • 2. Season Chicken pieces with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
  • 3. In a large dutch oven pot, heat olive oil.
  • 4. Place Onions, celery and bell pepper in olive oil and cook slightly.
  • 5. Add chicken pieces and brown lightly.
  • 6. Pour in Stewed tomoatoes, tomatoe sauce and tomatoe paste. Mix well
  • 7. Add Water and bring to a boil. Lower heat to simmering and cook, covered until chicken is well done and falling off the bones, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • 8. Serve hot over rice or pasta. Enjoy!
  • 9. If you prefer your dishes spicy, you can always add a can of Rotel Tomatoes when mixing other tomatoes.

CHICKEN IN TOMATO GRAVY



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This is one of the Zaar recipes that I adopted. I hope to make this soon as it looks like a dish my family would enjoy. I'll edit the recipe accordingly if needed.

Provided by Dreamgoddess

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 chicken, cut into pieces
4 tablespoons oil
3 tablespoons tomato sauce
4 red Italian tomatoes
3 green chilies, seed and cut lengthwise
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 can coconut juice
1 onion
6 almonds
3 red chilies
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Blend spices until fine. Heat oil and fry chicken until brown.
  • Remove chicken and fry spices for 2 minutes.
  • Add tomato sauce, tomatoes, chilies, salt, sugar and lime juice and stir for 3 minutes.
  • Add chicken, coconut juice and simmer for 20 minutes or until liquid is reduced to a thick gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.2, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 42.5, Sodium 368.4, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 4, Protein 11.9

OLD-FASHIONED TOMATO GRAVY



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My mother-in-law gave me this tomato gravy recipe. It's her very favorite breakfast. We-my husband, our two sons and I-also enjoy it for a light supper. Especially on a cold day, it's great with warm peach cobbler or bread pudding. -Laurie Fisher, Greeley, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound bacon strips, diced
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
Pinch pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
3 cups tomato juice
8 hot biscuits, split

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons in pan. Add onion to drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat until tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until blended; cook and stir over low heat until mixture is golden brown (do not burn). Gradually whisk in tomato juice. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in bacon. Serve over biscuits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 1059mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts.
  • To make the gravy thicker, add a cornstarch or flour slurry at the end of cooking.
  • If you don't have a food processor, finely chop the tomatoes and onions by hand.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the gravy, such as bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms.
  • Serve the chicken and gravy over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

This chicken in tomato gravy recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the gravy is rich and flavorful. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover chicken. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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