This simmered dish pairs boneless skinless chicken thigh with polenta, crushed tomatoes and yellow onion. Adjust the calorie target to automatically scale the ingredients while keeping the proportions of the meal balanced.
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170g boneless skinless chicken thigh206 kcal
55g polenta (dry)204 kcal
170g crushed tomatoes54 kcal
70g yellow onion28 kcal
15g olive oil133 kcal
8g fresh parsley3 kcal
1 tsp (2g) dried oregano6 kcal
0.5 tsp (1g) salt0 kcal
0.25 tsp (1g) black pepper1 kcal
Cooking instructions
boneless skinless chicken thighsaltblack pepper
Pat the chicken thigh dry and season with salt and black pepper.
boneless skinless chicken thigholive oil
Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken 3-4 minutes per side, then transfer to a plate.
crushed tomatoesyellow oniondried oregano
Add sliced onion to the pan and cook 3 minutes, scraping up browned bits. Add crushed tomatoes and dried oregano; bring to a simmer.
boneless skinless chicken thigh
Return chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer 12-15 minutes until cooked through and the sauce thickens.
polenta (dry)salt
Meanwhile, bring 240 ml water to a boil in a small pot. Whisk in polenta, reduce heat to low, and cook 5-7 minutes until thick; season lightly with salt.
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