Description
Creamy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs are a sumptuous dish that will elevate any meal, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs enveloped in a velvety garlic sauce that boasts rich flavors and comforting textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- Salt & 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 grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: 2 teaspoons finely chopped dill for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Season chicken thighs with poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In an oven-proof skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sear the seasoned chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in flour and cook briefly before adding chicken broth and cream. Mix well.
- Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (100g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in your favorite spices before cooking. Experiment with different cheeses in the sauce for variety. Serve with roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for balanced nutrition.