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Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs Recipe

Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs Recipe
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This Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs recipe features tender, juicy bone-in chicken thighs cooked with crispy skin and enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce made from sautéed mushrooms, garlic, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Enhanced with fresh herbs, it’s a comforting and elegant dish perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or when entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 oz fresh cremini or button mushrooms, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or thyme, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • Additional salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Season the Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure the skin crisps nicely while cooking. Generously season both sides of each thigh with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear the Chicken Thighs: Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-7 minutes until skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip thighs and cook the other side 2-3 minutes briefly, then remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté the Garlic and Mushrooms: In the same skillet, add diced mushrooms and minced garlic. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms release their moisture, begin to brown, and garlic is fragrant.
  4. Build the Creamy Sauce: Pour in chicken broth, scraping the skillet with a wooden spoon to lift browned bits from the bottom. Allow broth to simmer and reduce slightly, then stir in heavy cream. Continue cooking gently until sauce thickens to a silky, velvety consistency.
  5. Return Chicken to the Pan and Finish Cooking: Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the creamy mushroom sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 10-12 minutes until chicken is fully cooked, tender, and infused with the sauce’s flavor.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or thyme over the chicken and sauce before serving directly from the skillet. Serve warm for a deliciously comforting meal.

Notes

  • Patting the chicken dry is crucial for getting crispy skin.
  • You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but it may not be as thick.
  • Use fresh herbs like thyme or parsley to brighten the dish and add fresh aroma.
  • Bone-in thighs provide more flavor and keep the chicken moist compared to boneless.
  • Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.

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