Irresistible Italian Pan-Fried Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce

Name: Irresistible Italian Pan-Fried Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce
Total time: 25 mins
Ingredients: 0.25 cup tapioca flour; 2 tablespoons all purpose flour; 2 teaspoons garlic salt; 1 teaspoon Italian herbs; 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 0.25 cup heavy cream; 0.25 cup milk; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 (16 ounce) bag fresh spinach; 2 ounces shaved Pecorino Romano cheese

Whip up this delightful Italian pan-fried chicken thighs with creamy tomato sauce for a fast dinner ready in under 30 minutes. I opt for a blend of cream and milk to lighten the fat and calorie content, but feel free to adjust to your preference. Serve alongside spaghetti or zucchini noodles for a complete and satisfying dish.

Total time25 mins
Prep time5 mins
Cook time20 mins
Yield4

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Instructions

In a bowl, mix tapioca flour, all-purpose flour, garlic salt, and Italian herbs. Coat chicken thighs thoroughly in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Melt olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and cook until golden brown, approximately 5 minutes per side. Remove chicken thighs and set aside on a plate.
Clean the skillet, leaving a small amount of flavorful fond. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in tomato sauce, cream, and milk, then season with red pepper flakes. Add spinach and cook until wilted, around 3 minutes. Return chicken thighs to the skillet and heat through. Sprinkle Pecorino Romano cheese on top before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 596 kcal
Fat Content: 41 g
Fiber Content: 4 g
Sugar Content: 4 g
Sodium Content: 1609 mg
Protein Content: 39 g
Cholesterol Content: 158 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 20 g
Saturated Fat Content: 16 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g