I’m not someone who wants to labor over the stove all the time, so I reach for dinners that come together from the pantry. Sun‑dried tomatoes are one of those small luxuries: concentrated, savory, and naturally sweet, they bring depth to a dish instantly. Pair them with rosemary, thyme, and good olive oil, and you have a chicken dish that will be a hit.
Sun‑Dried Tomato & Herb Roasted Boneless Chicken Breasts. It’s quick, bright, and perfect for the kind of dinner where you open a bottle not because it’s a special occasion, but because it’s Wednesday and you want something good.
Sun‑Dried Tomato & Herb Roasted Boneless Chicken Breasts
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup sun‑dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
- 2 tbsp oil from the tomato jar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped rosemary
- 1 tbsp chopped thyme
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ¼ cup chicken broth or dry white wine
- Salt + pepper
Method
- Heat oven to 375°F.
- Stir together sun‑dried tomatoes, garlic, herbs, lemon zest, and tomato oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the tomato mixture over the top and sides of each breast.
- Pour broth or wine into the baking dish to keep everything moist.
- Roast 22–26 minutes, depending on thickness, until just cooked through.
- Rest 5 minutes so the juices settle.
Serving Ideas
- Over creamy polenta
- With roasted potatoes or summer vegetables
- With an arugula + shaved parmesan salad
Wine Pairing from the Renard Creek Cellar
Sauvignon Blanc Bright, citrus‑driven acidity that lifts the tomato sweetness and keeps the dish feeling fresh.
Grenache (lightly chilled) A red that stays light on its feet — red fruit, gentle spice, and no heaviness.
Sparkling Rosé For evenings that call for a little lift. Bubbles refresh between bites; berry notes play naturally with the tomatoes.
Pantry‑ready dinners like this remind us that good cooking doesn’t need to be complicated. A few honest ingredients, a little heat, and a bottle you’re excited to open, that’s more than enough for a great evening. If you make this dish, we’d love to hear how it turned out and which wine you paired it with. Cheers to simple meals that feel generous, even on the busiest nights.
