Chianti-Braised Stuffed Chicken Thighs on Egg Noodles

Health score
19%
Chianti-Braised Stuffed Chicken Thighs on Egg Noodles
45 min.
8
660kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with a delightful culinary experience that’s sure to impress family and friends! Our Chianti-Braised Stuffed Chicken Thighs on Egg Noodles is a decadent dish that brings together the rich flavors of Italian cuisine. Imagine succulent chicken thighs, lovingly stuffed with a savory blend of fresh breadcrumbs, sweet Italian sausage, and aromatic herbs, all enveloped in a robust Chianti-based sauce. The combination of tender chicken with a luscious tomato and wine sauce creates an unparalleled depth of flavor that’s both comforting and sophisticated.

In just 45 minutes, you can elevate your dinner table with this crowd-pleaser, making it perfect for gatherings or special occasions. Served over a bed of freshly cooked egg noodles, this dish becomes a hearty and satisfying meal that's full of flavor. The gentle simmering process melds the ingredients beautifully, resulting in chicken that's not only tender but bursting with savory goodness.

Don’t forget the finishing touch: a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan and a garnish of vibrant parsley that adds a pop of color to your plate. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe offers an enjoyable cooking experience with mouthwatering results. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to impress with a dish that embodies the essence of home-cooked Italian comfort food!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaf 
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs from day-old bread fresh french crustless
  • 750 ml chianti dry red
  • teaspoon basil dried
  • large eggs 
  • pound extra wide egg noodles 
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • teaspoons thyme leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper black
  • ounces sausage sweet italian crumbled ( 1 link)
  • cups low-salt chicken broth canned
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.8 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup pancetta chopped
  • 1.5 ounces parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • large shallots minced
  • large chicken thighs boneless skinless ()
  • cups tomatoes in purée canned crushed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • pot
  • kitchen twine

Directions

  1. Mix first 9 ingredients in medium bowl.
  2. Place 1 chicken thigh on work surface. Fill area where bone was removed with 2 tablespoons stuffing. Wrap chicken thigh around filling and tie with kitchen string to hold together. Repeat with remaining chicken thighs and stuffing.
  3. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add pancetta; sauté until light brown and fat is rendered, about 5 minutes.
  6. Transfer pancetta to paper towels to drain.
  7. Add chicken to drippings in skillet; cook until golden on all sides, about 10 minutes.
  8. Transfer to plate.
  9. Add onion and garlic to skillet; sauté until tender, about 10 minutes. Return pancetta to skillet.
  10. Add wine; boil until mixture is reduced to 2 cups, about 12 minutes.
  11. Add broth, tomatoes, bay leaf, basil, and chicken thighs; bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered until chicken is cooked through, about 35 minutes. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Chill until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Rewarm over medium heat before continuing.)
  12. Transfer chicken to bowl; cover to keep warm. Simmer sauce in skillet until slightly thickened and reduced to 4 cups, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  13. Meanwhile, cook noodles in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite.
  14. Drain.
  15. Transfer noodles to large platter. Top with chicken and sauce and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories660kcal
Protein27.08%
Fat32.82%
Carbs40.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.58
Glycemic Load
22.68
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.853478359139%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
3.16mg
Delphinidin
3.98mg
Malvidin
24.95mg
Peonidin
1.76mg
Catechin
7.32mg
Epicatechin
10.14mg
Apigenin
2.17mg
Luteolin
0.28mg
Isorhamnetin
0.77mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.46mg
Quercetin
3.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:660.25kcal
33.01%
Fat:21.54g
33.14%
Saturated Fat:6.22g
38.86%
Carbohydrates:59.23g
19.74%
Net Carbohydrates:55.05g
20.02%
Sugar:5.63g
6.26%
Cholesterol:198.5mg
66.17%
Sodium:690.77mg
30.03%
Alcohol:9.99g
100%
Alcohol %:2.6%
100%
Protein:40g
79.99%
Selenium:84.06µg
120.09%
Vitamin B3:11.12mg
55.58%
Phosphorus:501.02mg
50.1%
Manganese:0.9mg
45.15%
Vitamin B6:0.88mg
43.99%
Vitamin B1:0.42mg
28.24%
Vitamin K:28.48µg
27.12%
Zinc:3.96mg
26.39%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
25.6%
Vitamin B5:2.44mg
24.38%
Iron:4.22mg
23.43%
Potassium:812.52mg
23.21%
Copper:0.45mg
22.68%
Magnesium:88.44mg
22.11%
Vitamin B12:1.27µg
21.16%
Fiber:4.18g
16.73%
Calcium:141.41mg
14.14%
Folate:51.93µg
12.98%
Vitamin E:1.85mg
12.36%
Vitamin C:10.08mg
12.22%
Vitamin A:385.78IU
7.72%
Vitamin D:0.35µg
2.34%
Source:Epicurious