Description
Bobby Flay’s Chicken Thighs with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a delectable dish that combines tender, juicy chicken thighs with a rich, creamy sauce infused with aromatic garlic and herbs. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner. With its quick preparation time of just 40 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights when you want something delicious without the hassle. The creamy garlic sauce not only elevates the flavor of the chicken but also pairs wonderfully with your favorite sides, making it a versatile addition to your meal repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chicken thighs for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in melted butter for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, scraping up browned bits, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, thyme, and red pepper flakes; simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, cover, and simmer on low for an additional 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Check seasoning before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 160mg