Description
Garlic butter chicken thighs skillet brings restaurant-quality comfort right to your dinner table with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Searing tender chicken in a rich, silky sauce takes less than 30 minutes, making this your new weeknight hero meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Cooking Fats:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper on 4 chicken thighs. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet at 375°F. Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken and lower skillet temperature to 325°F. Melt 2 tablespoons butter, then add 4 minced garlic cloves. Sauté garlic for 60-90 seconds until aromatic.
- Pour 1 cup heavy cream and ½ cup chicken broth into the skillet. Whisk in ½ cup Parmesan cheese and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Simmer sauce for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.
- Return chicken to the skillet, nestling pieces into the sauce. Reduce heat to low and let chicken warm through for 3-4 minutes, coating each piece with creamy sauce.
- Transfer chicken to serving plates. Spoon remaining sauce generously over the top. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a bright finish.
Notes
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden-brown sear that locks in moisture and flavor.
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet for even heat distribution and the best possible crust on the chicken.
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk and reduce the butter quantity.
- Fresh garlic makes a significant difference, so skip pre-minced garlic from a jar for the most vibrant sauce possible.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-23 minutes
- Category: One-Skillet
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg