Description
This Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Thighs recipe is a flavorful, one-pan dish featuring juicy chicken thighs simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Italian herbs. Perfect for a Paleo-friendly or gluten-free meal!
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- ¼ cup unmodified potato starch (or tapioca starch/cornstarch for non-Paleo option)
- 1 Tbsp real salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 8 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
For the Sauce
- 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
- ¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced (not packed in oil)
- 1 Tbsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (oregano, thyme, parsley)
- Large pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken stock (or broth)
For Garnish
- Fresh basil, shredded
Instructions
1️⃣ Coat the chicken: In a medium bowl, mix the potato starch, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken thighs in the mixture until fully coated.
2️⃣ Preheat oven: Set the oven to 400°F (200°C).
3️⃣ Sear the chicken: Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a large oven-proof frying pan or ceramic-coated Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 4 chicken thighs at a time, browning on each side. Remove and set aside.
4️⃣ Sauté aromatics: Add the remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil to the pan. Sauté the onion for about 2 minutes. Add the sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir and cook for another 30 seconds.
5️⃣ Make the sauce: Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
6️⃣ Bake the chicken: Return the chicken thighs to the pan, spooning the sauce, onions, and tomatoes over the top. Arrange in a single layer if possible.
7️⃣ Oven cook: Cover the pan with a lid (make sure it’s oven-safe!) and bake at 400°F for 45 minutes. Then, reduce heat to 300°F and cook for another 20 minutes for extra tenderness.
8️⃣ Garnish & serve: Remove from the oven and top with shredded fresh basil. Serve hot!
Notes
✔️ Pair with cauliflower rice or mashed potatoes for a low-carb option.
✔️ Serve over pasta or rice for a heartier meal.
✔️ Add extra veggies like spinach or mushrooms for more texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4