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Chicken Thigh Osso Bucco

Hearty Chicken Thigh Osso Bucco for Cozy Family Dinners

Chicken Thigh Osso Bucco is an easy, cozy dinner that impresses with succulent chicken and a rich sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Braise
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs boneless, skinless for quicker cooking
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour for dredging
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil high-quality for searing
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter or margarine for dairy-free option
For the Aromatics
  • 1 cup Onion chopped, yellow or white preferred
  • 2 pieces Carrots chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine for deglazing
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth low-sodium
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes or fresh tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or fresh if available
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf remove before serving
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Finish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare Chicken - Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, season with salt and pepper, and dredge in flour.
  2. Step 2: Sear Chicken - Heat olive oil and butter in a Dutch oven, sear chicken thighs on both sides until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Sauté Vegetables - Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until soft, then add minced garlic.
  4. Step 4: Deglaze - Pour in dry white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to incorporate the flavors.
  5. Step 5: Combine Ingredients - Stir in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, thyme, and bay leaf, then simmer.
  6. Step 6: Braise Chicken - Return chicken to pot, cover, and simmer on low for 45-60 minutes until tender.
  7. Step 7: Finish Dish - Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning, and serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be made ahead of time, deepening in flavor when stored overnight. It can be served with creamy risotto or polenta.

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