Description
A cozy, flavor-forward weeknight braise using juicy bone-in chicken thighs and pantry staples for a comforting dinner.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on (about 3–3.5 lbs total)
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp avocado oil (or another neutral cooking oil)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 small carrot, peeled and diced
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ cup chicken broth (for deglazing)
- 1 cup chicken stock (or additional broth)
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Rice, for serving
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry and season liberally with salt and freshly cracked black pepper on both sides.
- Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place thighs skin-side down, spacing them so they aren’t crowded. Sear about 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the same skillet and sauté about 2 minutes until fragrant, scraping up any browned bits.
- Add the diced carrot and celery and cook another 3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Stir in 1 tbsp tomato paste and cook 30–45 seconds to deepen its flavor.
- Pour in ½ cup chicken broth and 1 cup chicken stock, stirring and scraping the pan to lift the fond. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the liquid. Sprinkle 1 tsp dried rosemary and ½ tsp dried thyme over the top.
- Cover the pan and reduce to medium heat. Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the meat is tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot over cooked rice.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, consider using homemade stock. This recipe is also gluten-free if gluten-free stock is used.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Italian