Description
This Chicken Puttanesca is a quick, easy, and flavor-packed dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato, olive, and caper sauce. With bold Mediterranean flavors, it’s perfect for a satisfying, high-protein dinner!
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 onion, diced
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4 cloves garlic, chopped
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1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
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2 anchovy fillets, chopped
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1/2 cup chicken broth
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1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes (or marinara sauce)
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1 tablespoon capers
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1/2 cup olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
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1 teaspoon oregano (or Italian seasoning)
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1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional)
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Additional salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown (about 3-5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté the onion until tender (3-5 minutes). Add garlic, red pepper flakes, and anchovies, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute).
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Pour in the chicken broth and deglaze the pan by scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon.
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Stir in diced tomatoes, capers, olives, oregano, and fish sauce (if using). Return the chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer over medium-low heat until the chicken is cooked through (about 15 minutes).
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Alternative Cooking Methods:
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Oven Method: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cover and bake for 15 minutes.
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Slow Cooker Method: Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker and cook for 2-3 hours on high or 4-6 hours on low.
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Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
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Replace chicken thighs with drumsticks, legs, or breasts.
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For a lighter version, use boneless, skinless chicken.
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Swap chicken broth for white wine or clam juice for added depth.
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Enhance the sauce with 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or 1 tablespoon tomato paste.
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For extra flavor, cook bacon or pancetta first, use the rendered fat to sear the chicken, and mix the crispy bacon into the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg