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Chicken Thigh Osso Bucco

Savory Chicken Thigh Osso Bucco for Cozy Comfort Nights

Experience the comforting flavors of Chicken Thigh Osso Bucco, a simple yet gourmet dish perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in and skin-on for maximum flavor
For the Aromatic Base
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 1 medium Carrot Diced
  • 1 stalk Celery Diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine Or chicken broth for non-alcoholic
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Choose crushed tomatoes for less texture
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Homemade preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Can substitute with tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Or half the amount if dried
  • 1 sprig Fresh Rosemary Omit if unavailable
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remember to discard before serving
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Or lime zest if needed
For Seasoning and Cooking
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with canola or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley For garnish before serving

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the chicken by seasoning the thighs with salt and pepper.
  2. In a pot, heat olive oil and sear the chicken thighs until golden brown.
  3. Sauté diced onion, carrot, and celery until softened, then add garlic.
  4. Deglaze the pot with dry white wine, scraping up brown bits.
  5. Combine diced tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, and lemon zest.
  6. Nestle seared chicken thighs back into the pot with the sauce.
  7. Cover the pot and let simmer on low heat for about 1 hour.
  8. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  9. Allow the dish to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh herbs and avoid overcrowding the pot during searing.

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