Creamy Garlic Thyme Chicken
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
611 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Creamy Garlic Thyme Chicken
Description
This recipe for Creamy Garlic Thyme Chicken involves pan-frying seasoned chicken thighs until the skin is crispy and golden. After removing the chicken, garlic is sautéed briefly to develop its aroma without burning. Chicken broth and heavy cream are then added, along with sprigs of fresh thyme, to create a silky sauce that entwines the flavor of garlic and herbs.
The chicken is returned to the pan to simmer gently in the sauce, absorbing moisture and flavors until fully cooked and tender. An optional splash of cayenne pepper can introduce a low, warm heat if desired. Before serving, fresh lime juice is squeezed over the dish, adding a citrus brightness that contrasts with the rich cream sauce and complements the garlic and thyme.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (1kg) chicken thighs
- salt
- black pepper ground
- cooking spray
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 heads garlic top trimmed off
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 10 prigs thyme
- salt to taste
- 2 dashes cayenne pepper optional
- 1 quirts lime juice fresh
Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Grease the skillet with a little cooking spray and pan-fry the chicken thighs until both sides are crispy and golden brown. Set the chicken aside and discard the oil from the skillet.
- Add the olive oil to the skillet and sauté the garlic until fragrant. Then, add the chicken broth, cream, and thyme, stirring to combine well.
- Add the chicken, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using), then lower the heat to a simmer. Turn the chicken a couple of times until it is completely cooked through. Squeeze some fresh lime juice over the chicken and serve immediately.
Notes
- Cayenne pepper provides a gentle heat that enhances the dish without overwhelming the garlic and thyme flavors.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 611 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4people | |
| Calories | 611kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 49g | 75% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9g | 53% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 245mg | 82% |
| Sodium | 198mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 566mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 796IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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