Description
Tender chicken thighs in a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chicken thighs for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Mix the heavy cream, Parmesan, and minced garlic in a bowl until well combined.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and pour the creamy mixture over them, ensuring they’re coated.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Make the creamy mixture ahead of time; it can be stored for up to a day in the refrigerator. Leftovers last for three days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg