Juicy oven-baked chicken thighs simmered in a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. A simple, comforting dish perfect for dinner any night of the week.
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
3–4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp dried thyme or 1 tsp fresh
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: paprika for seasoning
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
In an oven-safe skillet, heat oil. Sear chicken skin-side down for 4–5 minutes. Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add cream, broth, Parmesan, mustard, and thyme. Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Return chicken to skillet. Spoon sauce over pieces.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 165°F.
Rest 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.