Description
Creamy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs are a delectable fusion of juicy chicken and a luxurious garlic cream sauce, making this dish perfect for both family dinners and entertaining guests. The combination of tender chicken thighs and rich flavors elevates everyday meals into something special. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this dish is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when you’re looking to impress without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning (like Trader Joe's 21 Salute)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Season the chicken thighs with poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper on both sides.
- In an oven-proof skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Sear the seasoned chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and flour; cook briefly before adding chicken broth and cream. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.
- Return chicken thighs to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg