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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs Recipe with Crispy Skin Easy and Delicious

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A quick and easy recipe featuring crispy chicken thighs smothered in a rich, creamy garlic parmesan sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners and impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative like rice flour)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (240 ml), homemade or low-sodium store-bought
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream (180 ml) or half-and-half for lighter version
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 75 g)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  3. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the pan. Press gently with tongs for even contact. Cook without moving for 7-9 minutes until skin is golden brown and crisp.
  4. Flip chicken and cook the other side for 5-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken and set aside, keeping pan juices.
  5. Lower heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  6. Sprinkle flour over butter and garlic, stirring continuously for 1-2 minutes to cook out raw flour taste.
  7. Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps. Add heavy cream and stir. Let sauce simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  8. Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Add lemon zest if using.
  9. Return chicken thighs to the skillet, nestle into the sauce, spoon sauce over them, and simmer on low for 2-3 minutes to marry flavors.
  10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Pat chicken dry thoroughly for crispy skin. Do not move chicken too soon when searing to avoid tearing skin. Use moderate heat for sauce to prevent cream separation. Freshly grate Parmesan for best melting and flavor. If sauce thickens too much, whisk in a splash of broth to loosen. Cook chicken in batches if pan overcrowded.

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Keywords: garlic parmesan chicken, creamy chicken thighs, crispy chicken skin, easy dinner recipe, weeknight meal, comfort food

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