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Mediterranean Braised Chicken

Tender and flavorful chicken thighs braised in a rich tomato and olive sauce with aromatic Mediterranean herbs.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Chicken Thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 28-ounce can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 0.5 cup Chicken Broth
  • 0.5 cup Kalamata Olives pitted and halved
  • 0.25 cup Capers drained
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 0.25 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper.
    4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Chicken Thighs
  • Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs, skin-side down, for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
    4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Chicken Thighs
  • Flip the chicken and sear the other side for 2-3 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
    4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Chicken Thighs
  • Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
    4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Chicken Thighs
  • Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir in the olives, capers, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer.
    4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Chicken Thighs
  • Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the skillet and transfer it to the preheated oven.
    4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Chicken Thighs
  • Braise for 35-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
    4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Chicken Thighs

Notes

Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce, or over rice or pasta.