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Chicken Thighs with Creamy Gravy

Savory Chicken Thighs with Creamy Gravy for Cozy Nights

Indulge in savory chicken thighs smothered in creamy gravy, a delightful and comforting dish perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon Lawry’s seasoning salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Sazon seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
For the Gravy
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be substituted
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium white onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half and half
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet
  • Shallow dish
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry, then season both sides with seasoning salt, garlic powder, paprika, and Sazon seasoning.
  2. Dredge the seasoned chicken thighs in flour, shaking off excess flour.
  3. In an oven-safe skillet, heat oil and brown the chicken thighs on both sides for about 10 minutes.
  4. Remove excess oil, add butter, and sauté onion and garlic for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
  5. Stir in a bit of reserved flour, then whisk in chicken stock and simmer for 5 minutes. Add heavy cream.
  6. Combine the chicken thighs with the gravy and bring to a gentle boil.
  7. Preheat oven to 400°F, cover, and bake for about 45 minutes until chicken is fork-tender.
  8. Remove from oven, uncover, and serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure the chicken is fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F. Can be prepared in advance for quicker meal prep.

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