Trattoria Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Trattoria Chicken recipe, a rustic Italian-inspired dish that’s both comforting and elegant. Juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection before simmering in a vibrant sauce of sweet cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, dry white wine, and rich chicken broth. Aromatic garlic, tender onions, and a finishing sprinkle of fresh basil bring robust Mediterranean flavors to every bite, while optional capers add a pop of tanginess. Ready in under an hour, this one-pan recipe is perfect for busy nights yet sophisticated enough for entertaining. Serve it with crusty bread, pasta, or roasted vegetables to soak up the savory sauce, and enjoy a meal reminiscent of a classic trattoria experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium (diced) Yellow onion
- 4 minced Garlic cloves
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Kalamata olives (pitted)
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup (chopped) Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Capers (optional)
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp. Flip the chicken and sear on the other side for another 4 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the diced onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, allowing them to soften and release their juices.
Add the Kalamata olives, white wine, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the tomato mixture. Cover with a lid and cook on medium-low heat for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Uncover the skillet and stir in the chopped basil and optional capers, if using. Let the dish cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve the Trattoria Chicken warm, paired with crusty bread, pasta, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
626 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.6 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1248 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.3 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 680 mg | 14% | |
*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.
