High Protein Coxa de Frango (Braised Chicken Thighs)

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this High-Protein Coxa de Frango (Braised Chicken Thighs). Perfectly seasoned bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are seared until golden, then gently simmered in a rich, aromatic blend of diced tomatoes, smoky paprika, cumin, and soy sauce, creating layers of irresistible flavor. Packed with hearty chickpeas and finished with a fresh parsley garnish, this protein-packed recipe is a satisfying, one-pan wonder that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just under an hour, it's the perfect balance of bold Brazilian-inspired flavors and wholesome ingredients for a meal your family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 14 ounces diced tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 15 ounces chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and brown the other side for another 5 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it starts to soften.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, and dried oregano along with the diced tomatoes and soy sauce. Mix well to combine flavors.

Step 7

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the tomato mixture.

Step 8

Pour in the chicken broth and add the drained chickpeas.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cover the skillet, and reduce the heat to low. Allow the chicken to braise for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2204.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3209.8

Total Fat 195.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 729mg	0%
Sodium 7141.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.0g	0%
Total Sugars 38.1g
Protein 212.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 581.3mg	0%
Iron 27.5mg	0%
Potassium 4772.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.5%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 19.2%