Paleo Chicken in Tomato Sauce

Savor the rich and wholesome flavors of Paleo Chicken in Tomato Sauce, a comforting dish that's perfect for your clean-eating lifestyle. This recipe combines tender, golden-seared chicken thighs with a luscious tomato sauce infused with garlic, onions, and fragrant herbs like basil and oregano. The use of paleo-approved chicken broth and olive oil ensures every ingredient aligns with paleo guidelines, making this dish both health-conscious and delicious. Simmered to perfection, the chicken becomes irresistibly juicy as it absorbs the herbaceous tomato flavors. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this one-skillet marvel is as easy to make as it is satisfying. Pair with roasted veggies, cauliflower rice, or a simple salad for a paleo-friendly feast everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup chicken broth, paleo-approved
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin side down, and cook for 5 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.

Step 3

Flip the chicken thighs and cook for another 3 minutes, then remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and onions, sauté until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Season the sauce with dried basil, oregano, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, submerging them in the sauce.

Step 9

Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 10

Cover and cook for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 12

Serve the chicken and tomato sauce hot, accompany with your favorite paleo-friendly sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1475.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1850.6

Total Fat 122.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 564mg	0%
Sodium 3919.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 27.2g
Protein 144.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 279.4mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 3494.7mg	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: 58.8%

Protein: 30.7%

Carbs: 10.5%