Description
A heartfelt family recipe for juicy chicken thighs enveloped in a rich, savory gravy, perfect for gatherings and weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil
- 1 sweet yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or parsley
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika. Let rest while preparing the aromatics.
- In a large skillet, heat butter or oil over medium heat. Add chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add chopped onion to the same skillet and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Sprinkle in flour and stir, cooking for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, scraping browned bits from the skillet.
- Add herbs and return chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-40 minutes.
- Uncover the skillet for the last 10 minutes of cooking to thicken and allow sauce to caramelize slightly. Adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, use boneless chicken thighs. Feel free to experiment with different herbs or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chicken, smothered, southern, comfort food, family recipe