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Italian Braised Chicken - delicious one-pot braised chicken recipe with tomato and basil sauce. Amazing weeknight meal for the family!
This time of year when the leaves fall and I start to feel the chills in the air, it’s all about braising, stewing, and slow-cooking in my kitchen. There is just something cozy about Fall cooking: the mouthwatering aromas wafting in the kitchen and the comforting foods that set our stomach rumbling. I love Fall.
One of my favorite dishes to make is this inviting Italian braised chicken with just a few simple ingredients. It’s extremely easy to make and the result is absolutely hearty and delicious.
It’s best served with a simple pasta dish or even rice, and it’s a perfect family-friendly weeknight dinner that feeds the entire family.
For this Italian braised chicken recipe, first I browned the chicken thighs on medium heat, then I stewed it on low heat. The end result is tender, juicy, and moist chicken in one pot. For the cooking utensil, you can use a stainless steel skillet, a ceramic braiser pot or a pan.
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This recipe is only 352 calories per serving.
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Italian Braised Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500g) chicken thighs
- salt
- ground black pepper
- 14 oz (400g) whole peeled tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup onion , or 1/2 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 fresh Italian basil leaves, chopped
- salt , to taste
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Italian parsley , chopped, for garnishing
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken thighs with water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and black pepper. Puree the tomatoes in a food processor.
- Heat the Xtreme braiser over high heat. Once fully heated, arrange the chicken thighs skin side down first. Brown both sides of the chicken. Remove the chicken from the braiser, reserving the juices that seep out.
- Turn the heat to medium and add the olive oil to the braiser. Sauté the onion and garlic for a couple of minutes, or until the diced onion becomes soft. Add the tomato puree and basil, stirring to combine well.
- Transfer the chicken and its juices into the braiser. Cover with the lid and simmer on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is tender. Add salt and brown sugar, stirring to combine well. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Do you think this recipe might work in a slow cooker?
I think so!
Hi, If I cannot find Italian Basil leaves, what are the substitute for it.
Thanks
Amy
Just use parsley.
This recipe is really good. The instructions did not indicate what to do with the brown sugar so I included it in the sauce. I did cook the chicken longer as I didn’t feel 20 minutes was long enough. I will be making this again.
Hi Michael, thanks for trying my recipe, oops I will update the recipe, it was an omission.
…and the brown sugar?
Yes, a little brown sugar or sugar will balance out the tangy tomatoes and make the sauce extra delicious. Trust me on that!
I made it last night and the chicken was very tender. What I meant by my comment is that you have it the ingredients, but it was not mentioned in the instructions.
Ooops, thanks so much, I will update. :)
We call this dish Chicken Cacciatore. Serve with pasta.
Hi Fran, yes, I know the name Chicken Cacciatore, but for most people, the dish will sound unfamiliar but Italian braised chicken yes! :)
Most people know of Chicken Cacciatore, I would think, but really good recipe and healthy.
Can boneless chicken breast be used instead of a thigh? This recipe looks amazing but my family only likes boneless chicken breast.
Yes you can use boneless chicken breasts and it’s even more amazing when you make it in Xtrema ceramic braiser!:)
Please make recipes portioned for more than two/four? People
Hi Peter, we only have 2 people and 1 child at my home. You can double up on everything and it will work.
I don’t have a braiser or a dutch oven – what would be an appropriate alternative method for cooking?
Hi Dan, you should buy a braiser or make it in a deep skillet or pan.
As seen on TV copper square pan
This dish looks gorgeous. I know you are skillful but the braiser thing must have helped! Where can I get this Ceramor Xtrema?!
LOL Ken, the braiser was really helpful, the ceramic really makes braising so much easier and the food much better!
OMG, it’s almost midnight and I’m hungry looking at your recipe.
This Italian braised chicken recipe is very good, you should try making it and won’t be hungry again. ;)