A flavorful dish featuring pan-fried chicken breasts topped with a tomato butter sauce infused with garlic and fresh basil. Served over pasta for a delightful meal.
1: Cover the chicken with plastic wrap and pound each piece to an even thickness, about one inch.
2: Remove the plastic and sprinkle each piece of chicken generously with salt and pepper.
3: Prep the tomatoes, garlic, and basil, and set them aside.
4: Make the pasta according to package directions.
5: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet until a drop of water sizzles on the surface.
6: Add the chicken and pan-fry for several minutes on each side until cooked through with a nice browning.
7: Once done, set the chicken aside.
8: Allow the oil to cool slightly, then add the tomatoes and return to heat, simmering to make a chunky sauce.
9: Add the garlic and butter, stirring until the butter is melted.
10: Return the chicken to the skillet to soak in the sauce for a few minutes.
11: Just before serving, stir in the fresh basil.
12: Top servings of pasta with the chicken and the sauce.
