PrintCreamy Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs
Enjoy tender, pan-seared chicken thighs coated in a rich, creamy garlic-herb sauce. This simple one-pan meal is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Add minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Return chicken thighs to the skillet and spoon sauce over them.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For boneless chicken thighs, ensure an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Feel free to use fresh herbs like thyme and rosemary for a more intense flavor.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
- Consider this a great alternative to some meal delivery services when you want a home-cooked meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg