Braised Chicken Thigh Osso Buco – Cozy Italian-Inspired Meal
This chicken thigh osso bucco is a comforting, slow-braised dish featuring bone-in chicken simmered in a tomato, wine, and vegetable sauce. A modern twist on an Italian classic that’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect for cozy meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
¾ cup dry white wine
1½ cups crushed tomatoes
1 cup chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 tsp fresh thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
Zest of 1 lemon or gremolata, for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear in oil until browned. Remove.
- Sauté onion, carrots, celery 5–7 minutes. Add garlic, cook 1 minute.
- Deglaze with wine. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Return chicken.
- Cover and simmer on low 35–40 minutes or bake at 350°F.
- Discard bay leaf. Adjust seasoning. Garnish with lemon zest or gremolata.
- Serve with polenta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
Notes
Use boneless thighs for faster cooking. Skip wine for broth + lemon juice. Add mushrooms or olives for variety.