Description
Golden-crisp chicken thighs smothered in a luxuriously creamy garlic sauce—this recipe brings comfort food to a whole new level. If you’re craving a hearty, flavor-packed dinner that feels gourmet but is easy enough for weeknights, this Bobby Flay-inspired creation is for you. Perfect for quick dinners, weekend indulgence, or when you need easy dinner ideas that feel fancy.
Ingredients
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 garlic cloves minced
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 7-8 minutes until deeply golden. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same pan, reduce the heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
3. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Nestle the chicken thighs back into the sauce, skin-side up. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
5. Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. Spoon sauce over each thigh for maximum flavor.
Notes
Be sure to pat the chicken dry before searing to get extra crispy skin.
Use freshly minced garlic for the boldest flavor.
Reheat leftovers gently to keep the sauce creamy—avoid boiling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: creamy chicken, garlic sauce, chicken thighs, weeknight dinner, easy dinner ideas