Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Chicken Puttanesca Recipe, a delightful Italian-inspired dish that’s perfect for family dinners or special gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with olives, capers, and savory anchovies. The robust combination of ingredients creates a comforting meal that is both satisfying and easy to prepare, making it ideal for any skill level in the kitchen. With minimal cleanup required thanks to its one-pan cooking method, this dish promises not just great taste but also convenience. Serve it over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 anchovy filets, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/3 cup dry white apple vinegar (or chicken broth)
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed San Marzano tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet; sear chicken skin-side down until crispy, about 5–6 minutes.
- Flip chicken and brown the other side for another 3–4 minutes.
- Set aside the chicken while you cook the aromatics; sauté minced anchovies until melted, then add garlic and tomato paste.
- Deglaze with apple vinegar or broth; let it reduce by half.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, olives, capers, and seasonings; return chicken to the pan.
- Cover and simmer gently for 25–30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).
- Adjust seasoning if necessary; serve hot garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 120mg