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One-Pan Creamy Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low, melt butter, and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in broth, scrape up browned bits, and let it reduce 1-2 minutes. Stir in cream, mustard, and Parmesan; simmer 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over, and simmer 5-7 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Serve over rice or potatoes, spoon on remaining sauce, and top with parsley.

Notes

If using bone-in thighs, increase the simmer time to 10-12 minutes and check the internal temperature near the bone. This dish comes together quickly, so have your sides ready before you start the sauce.