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Braised Catalina Chicken

Savory Braised Catalina Chicken for Cozy Family Dinners

This Braised Catalina Chicken is a comforting dish that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Can substitute with boneless thighs or breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any neutral oil can be used
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Catalina-style Sauce
  • 1 cup Ketchup Look for no-sugar versions for healthier option
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can use honey or maple syrup as alternatives
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar Substitute with red wine vinegar if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Omission will reduce complexity
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to preferred heat level
Optional Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Can substitute with cilantro

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather your ingredients.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat, and sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip and sear the other side for 2 minutes until caramelized.
  5. Whisk together the Catalina sauce ingredients in a medium bowl until smooth.
  6. Pour half of the sauce into the Dutch oven, placing the chicken skin-side up and drizzling with the remaining sauce.
  7. Cover and bake for 45 minutes, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with parsley and drizzled with sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently!

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