Sugar-Free Braised Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and wholesome Sugar-Free Braised Chicken recipe, a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort dish. Featuring tender bone-in chicken thighs nestled in a rich medley of vibrant carrots, celery, onion, and garlic, this flavorful dish is simmered to perfection in a fragrant tomato-based broth infused with thyme and bay leaf. With zero added sugar, it's ideal for health-conscious eaters and those looking to cut back on processed ingredients without sacrificing flavor. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep time, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy evenings yet elegant enough for entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s best served steaming hot alongside crusty bread or a light side salad for a complete and satisfying sugar-free meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium Carrots, sliced into rounds
- 2 stalks Celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cups Chicken broth, low-sodium
- 1 can (14 oz) Diced tomatoes, no added sugar
- 1 piece Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper.
Brown the chicken thighs on both sides, about 5 minutes per side, then transfer to a plate.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Stir in the carrots and celery, and cook for another 4 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes, stirring to combine.
Add the bay leaf and dried thyme to the mixture.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover.
Cook for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Remove and discard the bay leaf, then adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2563 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.3 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.5 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 810 mg | 270% | |
| Sodium | 3497 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 171.0 g | 342% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 346 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 3902 mg | 83% | |
*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.
