Description
A cozy, tomato-scented dish featuring juicy chicken thighs braised in a chunky tomato and mushroom sauce, perfect for weeknight family dinners.
Ingredients
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 6 (4-ounce) skinless, bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 small onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (8-ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can stewed tomatoes with juice
- 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
- Aluminum foil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Whisk together the flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge each chicken thigh in the mixture and shake off excess flour.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and brown until golden, about 4–5 minutes per side. Transfer the browned thighs to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add the chopped onions to the skillet and cook until softened, about 4–5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5–7 minutes.
- Pour in the red wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer until slightly reduced, about 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in the stewed tomatoes with their juices and the tomato sauce. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over each piece. Transfer everything to the prepared baking dish and cover tightly with foil.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour or cornstarch for dredging. Boneless thighs work but reduce oven time by ~5–10 minutes. Substitute chicken stock and a splash of balsamic for those who prefer no alcohol.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian