Skillet Chicken Thighs with Cream Sauce
Skillet Chicken Thighs with Cream Sauce is a family-friendly dish that’s full of flavor! Juicy, golden-brown chicken thighs are paired with a rich, creamy sauce for a meal that's comforting and delicious. It’s quick and easy to make in one pan, making it perfect for busy weeknights!
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 5-6 boneless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon EACH garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon EACH salt & black pepper or to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion minced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Freshly chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Whisk the spices (garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper) in a small bowl and season both sides of the chicken with the spice mix.
- Heat oil in a large heavy-duty cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs, skin-side down for 10 minutes.
- Reduce the heat then flip the chicken and cook undisturbed for another 10-15 minutes or until almost cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165ºF. Transfer chicken thighs to a plate.
- To the same pan, add the butter and onion. Cook down for 3-4 minutes or until onion is tender. Add the garlic and cook down for a few seconds then stir in the heavy cream, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Bring to a gentle simmer then return the thighs to the pan and simmer for a few minutes.
- Garnish with parsley or your favorite herbs. Serve with a side of mashed or roasted potatoes, rice, steamed broccoli, or toasted bread.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 431kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 162mg | Sodium: 134mg | Potassium: 380mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 663IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg