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Savory Slow Braised Chicken Thighs Recipe with Creamy Sundried Tomato Sauce

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Tender bone-in chicken thighs slow braised to perfection in a rich and creamy sundried tomato sauce, delivering a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
  • ½ cup chopped sundried tomatoes (packed in oil if possible)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) heavy cream
  • A few sprigs fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ¼ cup (25 g) finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp (28 g) butter (optional but recommended)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook undisturbed for 5–6 minutes until skin is crisp and golden brown. Flip and brown the other side for 4 more minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium and add 2 tbsp olive oil if needed. Add minced garlic and chopped shallots. Stir frequently until fragrant and softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Stir in chopped sundried tomatoes and thyme. Cook for 2 minutes to release flavors.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Return chicken thighs to the pot, skin-side up. Cover with lid and reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 90 minutes, checking occasionally to ensure liquid is simmering slowly and not boiling.
  7. Remove chicken thighs and keep warm. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese into the braising liquid. Whisk gently until sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. Cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes until sauce coats the back of a spoon.
  8. Off heat, stir in butter for a glossy finish. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Serve chicken thighs topped with creamy sundried tomato sauce. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs if desired.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with canned coconut milk and omit Parmesan cheese. Use sundried tomatoes packed in oil for a smoother sauce; if using dry sundried tomatoes, soak in warm water for 10 minutes before chopping. To prevent cream from curdling, add it off heat or on low heat and whisk constantly. If sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered a few extra minutes; if too thick, add a splash of broth or cream.

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