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Creamy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

Juicy, flavorful chicken thighs baked in a creamy garlic sauce. Simple, elegant, and perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 thighs
Course: Main
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • fresh parsley optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat chicken dry. Rub with olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  3. Heat oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken skin-side down 4–5 minutes until golden. Flip and cook 2 minutes.
  4. Remove chicken. Pour in chicken broth, scraping browned bits. Stir in cream and butter until combined.
  5. Return chicken skin-side up. Bake 20–25 minutes until internal temp 165°F (74°C).
  6. Remove from oven, let rest 5 minutes. Spoon sauce over chicken, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

Sear chicken well for flavor. Spoon sauce over just before serving for extra richness.