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Bobby Flay Chicken Thighs with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe

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5 from 101 reviews
  • Author: Marina
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Bobby Flay’s Chicken Thighs with Creamy Garlic Sauce features perfectly seared bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs simmered in a rich and luscious garlic cream sauce. This comforting, restaurant-quality dish comes together effortlessly in one skillet, making it an ideal weeknight dinner that’s full of flavor and satisfying textures.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Sear Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet and sear for 7 to 8 minutes until the skin is deeply golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Cook Garlic: Lower the heat to medium. Add the unsalted butter to the skillet, then add the minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent the garlic from burning and to release its aroma.
  3. Make Cream Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze and lift up any browned bits. Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  4. Simmer Chicken in Sauce: Nestle the chicken thighs back into the creamy sauce with the skin side up. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken and sauce. Spoon the creamy garlic sauce generously over each chicken thigh and serve immediately for maximum flavor.

Notes

  • Bone-in, skin-on thighs provide the best flavor and texture due to the crispy skin and juicy meat.
  • Be careful not to burn the garlic when cooking; stir constantly and keep the heat moderate.
  • The sauce can be adjusted in thickness by simmering longer or adding a splash more broth or cream.
  • This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream and butter with coconut cream and olive oil, though the flavor will be different.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: chicken thighs, creamy garlic sauce, Bobby Flay recipe, seared chicken, one pan dinner, comfort food, easy chicken dinner

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