Easy Skillet Italian Chicken

Directions

1. 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Cut each chicken breast in half. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Place in the skillet and cook 3-5 minutes over medium heat (or until chicken is golden brown). Turn chicken and repeat on the other side.
2. 2Add the diced onion to the pan and saute till tender, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and saute another minute. Stir in the crushed tomatoes. Cook until it starts to bubble, and then turn to medium low/low and simmer for 20 minutes.
3. 3Stir in the vegetables, sprinkle the chicken with the cheese, and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
4. 4Remove the chicken, stir the herbs into the sauce, and serve.
5. 5Serving suggestion: whole wheat thin spaghetti topped with a scoop of sauce and a chicken breast half.
6. 6*Note: I use a mixture of whatever vegetables I have on hand, but red bell pepper, matchstick cut carrot, and zucchini are a good combination.
7. 7Tip: for a vegetarian meal, omit the chicken and serve sprinkled with your choice of cheese. I suggest parmesan or mozzarella.