Description
A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs smothered in creamy gravy, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (cremini or button)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Herbs (thyme, rosemary, or parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Wash and pat the chicken thighs dry, seasoning both sides with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Cook the chicken thighs skin-side down for 7-8 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Aromatics: In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of butter if needed. Add sliced onions and cook until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Then add mushrooms and sauté until browned.
- Making the Gravy: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any bits from the bottom. Bring to a simmer, return the chicken to the pan, cover, and cook for 30 minutes.
- Add Cream and Seasonings: Stir in the heavy cream and herbs. Let simmer uncovered for a few minutes to thicken.
- Final Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning. For a thicker gravy, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water and add while cooking.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower mash.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in buttermilk or a spice rub for several hours. Keep the skin on for added flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, comfort food, family recipe, savory, creamy gravy