This Chicken Sauce is a comforting, pantry-friendly dish that transforms simple boneless chicken into a flavorful meal. The combination of canned tomatoes, poultry seasoning, and lemon juice creates a bright, aromatic base that clings beautifully to tender chicken pieces. It’s a quick weeknight solution that delivers hearty satisfaction without requiring exotic ingredients. The subtle hint of paprika and garlic pepper adds depth, while the onion provides a sweet, savory backbone. Ideal for serving over steamed rice, noodles, or crusty bread, this sauce brings a home-style warmth to your table. ItâÂÂs versatile enough for everyday dinners yet robust enough to impress guests with its classic, well-balanced flavor profile.
Chicken Sauce
Description
This Chicken Sauce is a comforting, pantry-friendly dish that transforms simple boneless chicken into a flavorful meal. The combination of canned tomatoes, poultry seasoning, and lemon juice creates a bright, aromatic base that clings beautifully to tender chicken pieces. It&# 226;ÂÂs a quick weeknight solution that delivers hearty satisfaction without requiring exotic ingredients. The subtle hint of paprika and garlic pepper adds depth, while the onion provides a sweet, savory backbone. Ideal for serving over steamed rice, noodles, or crusty bread, this sauce brings a home-style warmth to your table. ItâÂÂs versatile enough for everyday dinners yet robust enough to impress guests with its classic, well-balanced flavor profile.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut the boneless chicken into bite-sized pieces.
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Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
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Stir in the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
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Add the poultry seasoning, paprika, black pepper, and garlic pepper to the skillet, stirring to coat the chicken.
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Pour in the canned tomatoes and water, stirring to combine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
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Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly, about 15 minutes.
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Stir in the lemon juice just before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 817.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 46.5g72%
- Saturated Fat 11.2g56%
- Cholesterol 252.5mg85%
- Sodium 1359.6mg57%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.1g3%
- Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
- Sugars 1.8g
- Protein 77.6g156%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
