Description
This hearty, flavorful dish features tender chicken thighs, savory sausage, and a tangy sauce made with bell peppers, garlic, and herbs. A simple yet comforting meal that’s perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 Italian sausages (mild or spicy)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear, skin-side down, for 5-7 minutes until golden. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Sausage: In the same skillet, add sausages and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides (about 8-10 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add sliced onion and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Build the Sauce: Pour in chicken broth, vinegar, and lemon juice. Stir in oregano and red pepper flakes. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Combine: Return the chicken and sausage to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes
- You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner option.
- To make this a one-pan meal, simply add vegetables and broth after browning the meat and cook everything together.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and taste even better the next day.
- For a spicier dish, opt for spicy Italian sausage and increase the red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g