Creamy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs
A quick and simple recipe for chicken thighs coated in a rich, creamy sauce that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Generously sprinkle salt and pepper over the chicken thighs.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, cooking them for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- While the chicken is searing, whisk together the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic in a bowl until smooth.
- Once the chicken is nicely browned, pour the creamy mixture over the thighs in the skillet.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Before serving, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color.
Notes
For a lighter version, swap heavy cream for full-fat yogurt or plant-based cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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