Creamy Tomato Chicken Thighs with Garlic & Herbs 🍗🍅🌿✨
A simple yet incredible recipe: tender chicken thighs simmered in a creamy tomato-garlic sauce with herbs and spices. Perfect for a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
- Chicken thigh fillet
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tomato, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 400 g grated tomatoes (14 oz)
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 100 ml cream (just under ½ cup)
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions 👩🍳
- Season chicken: Sprinkle fillets with salt and black pepper.
- Sear: Heat oil in a skillet. Brown chicken thighs on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté base: In the same pan, cook onion, garlic, and diced tomato until softened.
- Add sauce: Stir in grated tomatoes, cayenne, and curry. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Finish: Return chicken to pan. Pour in cream. Simmer gently until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley. Pair with rice, pasta, or bread.
Tips
- Extra flavor: Add a splash of soy sauce or paprika for depth.
- Variation: Replace cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free twist.
- Serving idea: Top with grated cheese before serving for richness.
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Chicken in creamy tomato-garlic sauce—simple, spicy, and unforgettable 🍗🍅🌿✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you serve it with rice or pasta?”
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