Juicy Chicken Thighs in Rich Tomato & Chili Sauce

Ingredients
For the Chicken:
6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
For the Sauce:
1 small onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 ripe tomatoes, chopped
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon red chili flakes
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon dried herbs
1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs generously with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and oregano. Rub the seasoning into both sides of the chicken and let it rest for a few minutes.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for about 5–7 minutes on each side, until beautifully golden-brown and nicely seared. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and mushrooms. Cook for several minutes until softened and lightly caramelized. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
Add the chopped tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, brown sugar, chili flakes, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Stir everything together and let the sauce simmer for 8–10 minutes until it becomes rich and slightly thick.
Return the browned chicken thighs to the skillet. Spoon the sauce generously over the chicken, cover, and simmer gently for another 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken is completely cooked through and tender.
Finally, add the butter and stir it into the sauce to make it extra rich, smooth, and glossy.
Serve the chicken hot with plenty of the sauce spooned over the top. It is delicious with steamed rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, or warm flatbread.
Tip: For the best presentation, spoon extra sauce over the chicken just before serving, then cut one piece open to show how juicy and tender it is.