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Creamy Garlic Chicken Thighs

Creamy Garlic Chicken Thighs That Wow in Just 30 Minutes

Creamy Garlic Chicken Thighs are a quick and indulgent meal that elevates chicken to gourmet levels.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or any cooking oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or margarine for dairy-free
  • 4 cloves minced garlic fresh is best
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder can replace with fresh garlic
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley or chives

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 6-8 minutes, then flip and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add butter and melt, then sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Deglaze with chicken broth, stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Stir in Parmesan until melted.
  6. Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is dry before cooking for crispy skin. Use fresh minced garlic instead of jarred for better flavor. Add cheese off heat to prevent separation in the sauce.

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