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Smothered Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce: Unleash Flavor!

A delicious and hearty dish featuring chicken thighs smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  3. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear the other side for an additional 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking for another 5 minutes until the mushrooms are browned.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the heavy cream, dried thyme, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, and spoon some of the sauce over the top.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 32gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with low-fat milk or unsweetened almond milk.
  • Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers to the sauce for extra flavor and nutrition.

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