Paleo Chicken in Brown Sauce
Savor the bold and wholesome flavors of Paleo Chicken in Brown Sauce—a quick and nutritious meal perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. This paleo-friendly recipe features tender, golden-browned chicken thighs smothered in a silky, umami-packed sauce made with coconut aminos, chicken broth, fish sauce, and a touch of natural sweetness from honey. Infused with aromatic garlic and ginger, the sauce is thickened with arrowroot starch for a glossy, guilt-free finish. Garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is both visually stunning and bursting with flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a gluten-free, soy-free, and dairy-free option that pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables for a balanced, satisfying meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 0.25 cup coconut aminos
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons arrowroot starch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by patting the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season them evenly on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken thighs to the skillet.
Step 3
Cook the chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 5
Pour in the coconut aminos, chicken broth, fish sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Stir the ingredients together and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 6
In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot starch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry.
Step 7
Once the sauce is simmering, slowly add the arrowroot slurry to the skillet while continuously stirring. This will thicken the sauce.
Step 8
Return the cooked chicken thighs to the skillet and coat them with the sauce. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 9
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Step 10
Serve the paleo chicken in brown sauce warm, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (737.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1342.8 |
| Total Fat 77.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g | |
| Cholesterol 500mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4143.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.8g | |
| Protein 109.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 28IU | 0% |
| Calcium 121.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1287.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories