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Bobby Flay Chicken Thighs with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe

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4.9 from 58 reviews
  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Bobby Flay-inspired chicken thighs recipe delivers tender, juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken simmered in a rich and creamy garlic sauce. With a golden sear followed by slow simmering in a luscious blend of heavy cream, garlic, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice, this dish is easy to prepare yet packed with flavor. Perfect for a comforting dinner, it balances the crispy skin with a velvety sauce that is topped with fresh parsley for brightness.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasonings

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

Cooking and Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 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
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry using paper towels to ensure a good sear and season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 7-8 minutes until the skin is deeply golden and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for 5 minutes. Remove the thighs from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Cook the Garlic: Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Add the unsalted butter and minced garlic to the pan. Stir constantly and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to let the garlic brown or burn, which keeps the flavor mellow and fragrant.
  4. Prepare the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up all the flavorful browned bits from the bottom. Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Let the sauce simmer gently for 5-7 minutes until it slightly thickens.
  5. Simmer the Chicken in Sauce: Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet with the skin side facing up. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the chicken simmer in the creamy sauce for 15-18 minutes. This ensures the chicken cooks through completely, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) while soaking up the rich flavors.
  6. Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken for a fresh, herbal note. Spoon generous amounts of the creamy garlic sauce over each thigh when serving for maximum flavor and richness.

Notes

  • Ensure you dry the chicken skin well before searing to achieve a crispy texture.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
  • The sauce can be kept simmering longer to thicken further if desired, just watch to prevent burning.
  • Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version but expect a thinner sauce.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to mop up the creamy sauce.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Bobby Flay chicken thighs, creamy garlic sauce, skillet chicken, bone-in chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner

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