How to Make Creamy Skillet Chicken Thighs - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something about a creamy chicken dish that just screams comfort food. And when you add the convenience of cooking it all in one skillet, you have a winning recipe on your hands. That's exactly what this creamy skillet chicken thighs recipe offers - a delicious, comforting meal that's easy to make and even easier to clean up.

Using chicken thighs in this recipe is a great choice, as they are known for being tender and juicy, making them the perfect protein for a creamy dish. And wh...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and cut into strips
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  • Heat an oven-proof skillet over high heat. When hot, add 1 tablespoon oil, then add chicken. Cook until well seared, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and reduce the heat to medium.
  • Add remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil, then add garlic, thyme, and rosemary; let spices bloom for 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth, then add sun-dried tomatoes, then add cream. Stir well, then blend in Parmesan cheese. Bring to a light simmer. Return chicken to the pan.
  • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake, uncovered, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly to let the sauce thicken before serving, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    362 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 129mg
    • Sodium: 288mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 125mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 284mg