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Soul Food Smothered Chicken Thighs

URL: https://www.staysnatched.com/smothered-chicken/

Ingredients

The chicken

  • 2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon Creole Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon ground thyme
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

The sauce

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup sliced onions
  • cup heavy whipping cream
  • cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Dry and season the chicken thighs with Creole seasoning, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  4. Sear the chicken thighs for about 2 minutes on each side, then remove and set aside.
  5. Add butter to the skillet, deglaze the pan, and cook the onions until translucent.
  6. Lower the heat and stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, cooking for 2-3 minutes without boiling.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet and bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, ensuring it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  8. Cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts (estimated)

Servings
4
Calories
466
Total fat
37g
Total carbohydrates
2g
Total protein
28g
Sodium
0mg
Cholesterol
0mg

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