Soy-Free Chicken in Red Sauce

Delight your taste buds with this hearty and flavorful Soy-Free Chicken in Red Sauce, a comforting one-skillet recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Featuring tender, golden-browned chicken thighs simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme, this dish packs classic Mediterranean-inspired flavors without any soy-based ingredients. A medley of onion, garlic, and red bell pepper adds depth to the sauce, while fresh basil offers a vibrant finish. Serve it over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the irresistible sauce. Ready in just under an hour and ideal for meal prepping, this wholesome, allergy-friendly recipe is bound to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 medium, chopped red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the chicken thighs and brown them on both sides, about 5 minutes each side. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and chopped red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until it begins to caramelize slightly.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Add the bay leaf, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir well.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it cook for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and discard it.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped basil leaves just before serving.

Step 12

Serve the chicken and sauce hot, pairing it with rice, pasta, or crusty bread if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1444.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1266.3

Total Fat 75.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 393.1mg	0%
Sodium 3743.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 58.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 32.4g
Protein 104.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 278.0mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 3358.9mg	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: 51.0%

Protein: 31.5%

Carbs: 17.5%