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Plated Creamy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs with mashed potatoes and green beans

Creamy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

Tender chicken thighs seared to golden perfection and baked in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. This easy one-pan dinner is ready in under an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 5 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 chicken thighs skinless and boneless, dried with paper towel
  • 1 teaspoon 21 Salute Seasoning or any poultry seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 2 tablespoons garlic finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated, or Piave cheese
  • 2 teaspoons fresh dill finely chopped, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Oven-proof skillet
  • meat thermometer
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with 21 Salute Seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in an oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  5. Add flour and stir continuously for 1 minute to create a roux.
  6. Slowly pour in chicken broth while stirring constantly. Cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously, until sauce begins to thicken.
  7. Pour in heavy whipping cream and stir well. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Return chicken thighs to the skillet, coating each piece in the creamy sauce.
  9. Place skillet in the oven and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  10. Garnish with fresh dill and extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, always pat chicken dry before seasoning. Use freshly grated Parmesan for smoothest sauce. Can substitute half and half for heavy cream, though sauce will be slightly thinner. Add sliced mushrooms for variation. Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days.
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