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Smothered Chicken Thighs with Creamy Gravy That Win 5 Hearts

Smothered Chicken Thighs with Creamy Gravy
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Smothered Chicken Thighs with Creamy Gravy that bring comfort and rich flavor to your table perfect for family meals everyone will love

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth (preferably low sodium)
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

    • Instructions

  • Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs skin side down without crowding the pan. Cook 5-7 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add sliced onions and minced garlic. Stir and cook until onions are soft and translucent, about 5-6 minutes. Scrape up browned bits from the pan.
  • Sprinkle flour evenly over the onions and garlic. Stir constantly for about 2 minutes until the roux is smooth and slightly golden.
  • Slowly whisk in the chicken broth to prevent lumps. Then add the heavy cream. Stir until gravy thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Add thyme leaves and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Nestle the browned chicken thighs into the creamy gravy. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Remove cover and simmer a few more minutes if thicker gravy is desired. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve over mashed potatoes or rice.

    • Notes

    A comforting and hearty dish featuring juicy, tender bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs smothered in a rich and velvety creamy gravy made with onions, garlic, thyme, and heavy cream.

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