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Smothered Chicken Thighs in Creamy Gravy

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Enjoy the comforting flavors of Smothered Chicken Thighs in Creamy Gravy, perfect for a family dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs essential for succulent meat
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Gravy
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing the chicken
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth for a flavorful base
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce adds umami
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika for color
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup heavy cream for a rich gravy
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour for thickening
To Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Generously season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the chicken thighs for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Remove chicken and sauté the finely chopped onion in the same skillet for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  5. Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, stirring in Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and paprika for 1 minute.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  7. Whisk together heavy cream and flour, then stir into the skillet and cook until thickened.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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