My Mom's Red Chicken

Savor the rich, homestyle flavors of "My Mom's Red Chicken," a comforting one-pot dish that's simple yet deeply satisfying. Featuring tender, bone-in chicken thighs simmered in a fragrant, spiced tomato sauce, this recipe is a flavorful masterpiece of paprika, cumin, and chili powder. The sauce, made with sautéed onions, garlic, crushed tomatoes, and a touch of chicken broth, envelopes the chicken in a velvety, tangy warmth that's perfect for pairing with steamed rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or crusty bread. Ready in under an hour, this hearty, homemade dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, all while filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, "My Mom's Red Chicken" is a truly nostalgic, crowd-pleasing delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skinless)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 15-ounce can canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with a small pinch of salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the chopped onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet, stirring to combine thoroughly.

Step 6

Season the sauce with paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to blend the spices evenly.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth and stir. Bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 8

Return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon some sauce over the chicken.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and tender.

Step 10

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm over steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1305.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1343.4

Total Fat 74.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 376mg	0%
Sodium 3845.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.2g
Protein 117.3g	0%

Vitamin D 20IU	0%
Calcium 262.2mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 3288.7mg	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: 49.2%

Protein: 34.7%

Carbs: 16.1%