Description
Creamy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs are a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions. These succulent chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection and then baked in a rich creamy garlic sauce that enhances their natural juiciness. With easy-to-find ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to have everyone asking for seconds. Serve it alongside your favorite sides like rice, pasta, or fresh salads for a complete meal that dazzles with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning (like Trader Joe's 21 Salute)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Season chicken thighs with poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper on both sides.
- In an oven-proof skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Sear chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in flour, then gradually add chicken broth and cream, whisking until smooth.
- Add Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Return chicken thighs to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg