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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!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 431 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
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.
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Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
431kcal
(22%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
35g
(54%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
6g
Monounsaturated Fat
14g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
162mg
(54%)
Sodium
134mg
(6%)
Potassium
380mg
(11%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
663IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
35mg
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 431
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 431kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 162mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 134mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 380mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 663IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.