How to Make Italian Pan-Fried Chicken Thighs with Creamy Tomato Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian cuisine is known for its rich and delicious flavors, and this recipe for Italian Pan-Fried Chicken Thighs with Creamy Tomato Sauce is no exception. The combination of tender, juicy chicken thighs, savory herbs, and creamy tomato sauce creates a dish that is both satisfying and comforting.

One of the best things about this recipe is that it is relatively simple to make, yet it yields a dish that tastes like it came straight from a fine Italian restaurant. The chicken thighs are...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup tapioca flour
  • 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herbs
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 (16 ounce) bag fresh spinach
  • 2 ounces shaved Pecorino Romano cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine tapioca flour, all purpose flour, garlic salt, and Italian herbs in a small bowl. Dredge chicken thighs through the mixture and shake off excess flour.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes on each side. Remove chicken from skillet.
  • Wipe out skillet, leaving just a little bit of the fond. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in tomato sauce, cream, and milk; stir to combine. Season with red pepper flakes and mix in spinach. Allow spinach to wilt, about 3 minutes. Return chicken thighs to the skillet and heat until warmed through. Serve topped with freshly shaved Pecorino Romano cheese.
  • Nutrition

    596 cal.

    • Total Fat: 41g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 158mg
    • Sodium: 1609mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 39g
    • Vitamin C: 37mg
    • Calcium: 326mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1158mg