Chicken breast with tomato and olives

A light, fiber-friendly chicken dinner with tomato and olives.

Easy Recipe 30 Minute Meal
78%

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Recipe description

Simple pan-seared chicken breast with tomatoes and olives delivers a comforting, balanced meal that nods to gut-health values. The tomatoes bring fiber and polyphenols, while olives contribute plant compounds and flavor diversity that can support a diverse gut microbiome and balanced eating habits. The result is a versatile dish you can pair with a simple side to broaden fiber sources and plant variety. Quick to prepare, it fits busy weeknights and supports gentle digestibility as part of a varied, plant-forward approach.

July 26, 2026
Chicken breast with tomato and olives
Prep 5 min Cook 18 min Easy

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Why this recipe fits you

  • Includes plant foods (tomatoes and olives) for fiber and polyphenols.
  • Balanced with lean chicken and olive oil to support satiety and gut-friendly fats.
  • Quick, simple method with a versatile side to boost fiber diversity.

Gut Health Score

🌿 Fiber diversity
40
🍇 Polyphenol density
65
🧬 Diversity support
60
🛡️ Inflammation support
75
🫧 Fermentation support
10
⚖️ Blood sugar stability
70

Ingredients

Chicken, breast
2 piece
Chicken, breast
Tomato
2 piece
Tomato
Olive
1 tablespoon
Olive
Oil, olive
1 tablespoon
Oil, olive
Salt
0.5 teaspoon
Salt
Black pepper
0.25 teaspoon
Black pepper

Instructions

1

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

3

Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add tomatoes and olives. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tomatoes soften slightly.

4

Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the tomato and olive mixture. Cook for 2 more minutes to combine flavors.

5

Serve immediately with a simple side such as whole grain bread or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

370 kcal Calories
52 g Protein
6 g Carbohydrates
2.5 g Fiber
2 g Sugar
15 g Fat
3 g Saturated fat
1.2 g Salt

FAQ

How can I adapt this if I don’t have olives or tomatoes?
Use other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini, or canned tomatoes.
What are the main nutrition benefits of this dish?
Lean chicken provides protein; tomatoes add fiber and polyphenols; olives and olive oil supply healthy fats.
What internal temperature should the chicken reach?
74°C (165°F) to be safe.
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes; they may take longer to cook and stay juicier.
How should I store leftovers?
Refrigerate within 2 hours in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
Can I freeze this dish?
Yes; freeze cooked leftovers for up to 3 months.
What side dishes pair well with this?
Whole-grain bread, steamed vegetables, or quinoa.
How can I add more flavor without dairy or gluten?
Try garlic, lemon zest, fresh herbs, or chili flakes.
Is this dish suitable for a gut-friendly, plant-forward meal?
It's light and balanced; fits a varied, plant-forward approach, though individual tolerance varies.

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