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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Baked Chicken Thighs

Close-up of a perfectly baked chicken thighs piece with crispy, golden-brown skin sitting in a pool of creamy yellow sauce and topped with fresh parsley.
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Bake bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce for a tender, flavorful weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil, then season evenly with salt, pepper, and paprika. Place them skin-side up in a baking dish.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning until combined.
  4. Pour the cream mixture around the chicken thighs in the baking dish, avoiding pouring directly over the skin if you want maximum crispness.
  5. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and slightly crispy.
  6. Remove from the oven. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  7. Spoon some of the pan sauce over the chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For extra crispy skin, place the chicken on a wire rack set inside the baking dish before adding the sauce around it.
  • If using boneless, skinless chicken thighs, reduce the baking time to 25-30 minutes.
  • This sauce pairs well served over rice or pasta.

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