Paleo Chicken in Tomato Sauce
Dive into the delicious simplicity of Paleo Chicken in Tomato Sauce, a wholesome and hearty recipe designed to satisfy your cravings while staying true to paleo principles. This dish features tender, bone-in and skin-on chicken thighs simmered to perfection in a rich, savory tomato sauce infused with aromatic garlic, onions, and a medley of Italian herbs like basil and oregano. With a luscious blend of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and paleo-approved chicken broth, the sauce is both comforting and full of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan recipe is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with paleo-friendly sides such as roasted vegetables or cauliflower rice. Garnished with vibrant fresh parsley, this paleo chicken recipe is a true crowd-pleaser that caters to clean-eating enthusiasts and anyone searching for a nourishing, gluten-free dinner option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup chicken broth, paleo-approved
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin side down, and cook for 5 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.
Flip the chicken thighs and cook for another 3 minutes, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and onions, sauté until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken broth to the skillet, stirring to combine.
Season the sauce with dried basil, oregano, sea salt, and black pepper.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, submerging them in the sauce.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
Cover and cook for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the chicken and tomato sauce hot, accompany with your favorite paleo-friendly sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.8 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.2 g | 151% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 3920 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 144.4 g | 289% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 279 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 3495 mg | 74% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
