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Creamy Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe

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  • Author: Mary
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Creamy Baked Chicken Thighs recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs baked to perfection with a flavorful blend of herbs and spices. The chicken is initially baked over a bed of chicken stock to keep it moist, then finished in a luscious parmesan and cream sauce that thickens in the oven. A simple yet elegant dish perfect for a comforting dinner, served best with mashed potatoes or pasta.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 6-7 Chicken thighs, bone-in and skin on

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

Liquids & Sauces

  • â…“ cup Chicken stock
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream
  • 1.5 teaspoon Dijon Mustard

Thickener & Cheese

  • 1 tablespoon Flour
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for baking the chicken thighs.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Pat dry the chicken thighs thoroughly with a kitchen towel to help the seasoning stick and ensure crispier skin when baked.
  3. Season the chicken: In a bowl, combine the garlic powder, dried thyme, rosemary, parsley, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Sprinkle this seasoning blend evenly on both sides of the chicken thighs to infuse them with flavor.
  4. Arrange chicken in baking dish: Pour the chicken stock into a 9×13 inch baking dish. Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs in a single layer over the stock to keep the chicken moist during baking.
  5. Bake covered: Loosely cover the dish with aluminum foil to trap steam and bake for 30-35 minutes. This gentle baking cooks the chicken with moisture.
  6. Baste and remove chicken: Carefully remove the foil (watch for hot steam) and baste the chicken with the pan juices using a spoon. Then transfer the chicken thighs temporarily to a plate.
  7. Prepare the sauce: Whisk together the flour and heavy cream until smooth with no lumps. Add this mixture to the baking dish along with Dijon mustard and grated parmesan cheese, stirring well to combine. The sauce will be thin initially but will thicken during baking.
  8. Finish baking: Place the chicken thighs back into the baking dish over the sauce. Bake uncovered for an additional 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
  9. Serve: Before serving, stir the sauce to incorporate any settled ingredients. Serve the creamy baked chicken thighs alongside mashed potatoes or pasta for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Patting the chicken dry before seasoning helps achieve crispy skin.
  • Adjust salt and pepper amounts to taste.
  • Use bone-in, skin-on thighs for maximum flavor and moisture.
  • If you prefer, boneless chicken thighs can be used but may require shorter cooking time.
  • Allow the sauce to thicken fully before removing from the oven for best texture.
  • This dish pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes or a buttery pasta.

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