Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of this Chicken Puttanesca Recipe, featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a vibrant sauce brimming with tomatoes, olives, and capers. This dish captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine while being easy to prepare, making it an ideal option for a quick weeknight dinner or a special gathering. With its rich aroma and colorful presentation, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Serve it over pasta, alongside crusty bread, or atop creamy polenta for a delightful meal that celebrates hearty Italian tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 anchovy filets, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2–1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, to taste
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed San Marzano tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken skin-side down until golden brown (5-6 minutes), then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove from pan.
- In the same pan, add anchovies and garlic; cook until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste.
- Deglaze with chicken broth, scraping browned bits from the pan. Add crushed tomatoes and simmer gently for 25-30 minutes.
- Return chicken to the pan; let it simmer uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes if needed to thicken the sauce.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (approximately 280g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 135mg