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Creamy Garlic Chicken Thighs

Creamy Garlic Chicken Thighs That Will Wow Your Guests

This Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken Thighs recipe is perfect for impressing guests with rich flavors in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Pat dry for crispy skin
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Essential for searing
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adds mild heat
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Contributes extra garlic flavor
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter Creates the base of the sauce
  • 3 cloves Minced garlic Sauté briefly to prevent burning
  • 1 cup Low sodium chicken broth Helps deglaze the pan
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk
  • ½ cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese Stir off the heat
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley Offers a burst of color

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 6-8 minutes.
  3. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-6 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove and set aside.
  4. Melt butter in the same skillet and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Deglaze with chicken broth, scraping the pan for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  7. Add Parmesan cheese off the heat until melted and smooth.
  8. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and simmer for 1 minute.
  9. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 27gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is patted dry for crispy skin and always add cheese off the heat to prevent clumping.

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