Chicken Thigh Osso Bucco
A comforting and delectable twist on the classic Italian dish, Chicken Thigh Osso Bucco features tender chicken thighs braised in a rich, flavorful sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 cup chicken stock
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 onion onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 small carrot, peeled and diced
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Rice, for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper on both sides.
- Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and sear for about four minutes until golden-brown.
- Flip the chicken thighs and sear for another four minutes on the other side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Cooking
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion and garlic in the remaining oil for about two minutes until translucent.
- Add the diced carrot and chopped celery; sauté for an additional three minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste, chicken broth, and chicken stock until the tomato paste dissolves.
- Add the dried rosemary and thyme, bringing everything to a gentle boil.
- Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low, allowing to simmer for about 15 minutes until fully cooked.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Serving
- Plate a generous scoop of fluffy rice, followed by a couple of chicken thighs topped with rich sauce.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.
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Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Can be reheated on low heat before serving. Consider experimenting with citrus, additional vegetables, or different herbs for variations.