Savory Braised Catalina Chicken for Cozy Family Dinners

This Braised Catalina Chicken features tender chicken thighs in a sweet-and-savory sauce, perfect for family dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1 5

Total Time 1 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

6 pieces Chicken Thighs Skin-on for richer flavor or boneless for quicker cooking.

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for searing the chicken.
1 teaspoon Salt Enhances all the flavors in the dish.
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds mild heat and warmth.
1 cup Catalina Sauce Ingredients A flavorful mix, including tomato-based sauce and sweeteners.
2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley For garnishing.

Equipment

Dutch oven

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear chicken thighs skin-side down for about 4-5 minutes.
Flip the chicken and sear the other side for another 2 minutes, then transfer to a plate.
In a mixing bowl, combine the Catalina sauce ingredients and whisk until smooth.
Pour half of the prepared sauce into the Dutch oven, add seared chicken thighs, and pour remaining sauce on top.
Cover the Dutch oven and bake for 45 minutes.
Remove cover and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 29gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra crispy skin, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking. Adjust sauce sweetness to taste.

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