Creamy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs features tender chicken baked in a smooth garlic cream sauce with simple seasonings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Sear chicken in butter until lightly golden; remove.
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Cook onion, then garlic, in the same skillet.
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Add broth, cream, and mustard; warm gently.
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Return chicken to skillet, skin-side up.
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Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until done.