“SIGH… I love my air-fryer. Not only because even Funnyman can use it, but its gives consistently fabulous results. We love chicken thighs, and after only 25 minutes later, we are left with crispy skin and succulent flesh: its LUSH! I don’t waste the fat and juices that run off, but instead tip it all into a quick, punchy sauce made using sun-dried tomatoes and a few other bits. This recipe is so lovely. Enjoy it with your favourite greens on the side (excluded in macros), but a cauliflower mash or cauli-rice would be equally delicious to mop up the lovely sauce.” – Monya
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Cooking chicken thighs in an air fryer and serving them with a creamy sauce made from sun-dried tomatoes and cream creates a delightful dish. The air fryer method ensures a crispy and succulent texture to the chicken, while the creamy sauce adds a rich and tangy element to the overall taste.
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The air fryer’s rapid circulation of hot air results in a crispy exterior while keeping the meat juicy and tender. While the chicken thighs cook, prepare the creamy sauce. Blitz the sauce ingredients and simmer on the stove top for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
Once the chicken thighs are golden brown and cooked through, remove them from the air fryer and serve with the creamy sun-dried tomato sauce. The combination of the crispy chicken and the tangy, velvety sauce is both delicious and satisfying. The air fryer ensures a perfect texture, while the sauce adds a burst of flavour.
This recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy a succulent chicken dish with a touch of elegance and a burst of Mediterranean-inspired goodness.
It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making significant dietary changes. Scroll to the bottom to see the full macros and allergens for this Chicken with Creamy Sun-dried Tomato Sauce dish, as well as all the Chicken recipes on Fats of Life®.
Chicken with Creamy Sun-dried Tomato Sauce
Per serving
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 4 large chicken thighs, skin-on
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- freshly ground black pepper
For the sun-dried tomato sauce
- 60 g (2.1 oz) sun-dried tomatoes, drained from packaging oil
- 50 g (1.8 oz) crème fraiche
- 50 g (1.8 oz) double cream
- 2 TB water
- 1 TB tomato concentrated puree
- rendered fat from the air-fried chicken
To finish
- sea salt flakes
- favourite greens on the side, NOT included in macros
- small handful parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Cover all sides of the chicken thighs with the garlic powder and plenty of freshly ground black pepper. Place into the air-fryer.
- I used the air-fryer setting (180°C) for 25-26 min only. This is our standard when using chicken thighs - and it results in super-crispy skin and perfectly cooked soft flesh (lush).
- While the chicken is cooking, chop the drained sun-dried tomatoes and place into a mini food processor / food chopper along with the creme fraiche, double cream, water and tomato concentrate. Blitz until smooth (you may need to scrap down the sides every now and then to achieve an even blitz).
- Once your chicken is done, remove it from the air-fryer and set aside to keep warm. Tip all the rendered fat collected in the air-fryer into the food processor.
- Blitz again to emulsify, then pour the mixture into a non-stick pan. Stir well until the mixture warms through and reduces to a lovely thick consistency.
- Serve the chicken pieces with the sauce and scatter over sea salt flakes. Delicious with your favourite greens on the side - or with cauliflower mash / rice to mop up that lovely sauce! A scattering of finely chopped parsley will finish your masterpiece!
My name is Monya Kilian Palmer. If you loved this recipe, please follow and tag me @mkilianpalmer on Instagram so we can all see your lovely creations!
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Nutritional Information per servingCalories 482Kcal / 2017kJ
Fat 36g
Carbohydrates 4.2g
Protein 36g
Allergens
Milk
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Drop me a line if you have any questions or comments about this recipe. I will do my best to reply as soon as possible! Monya xxx