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Bobby Flay Chicken Thighs

Bobby Flay Chicken Thighs with Creamy Garlic Sauce Delight

Bobby Flay Chicken Thighs cooked to perfection with creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Chicken Thighs Can substitute with skinless chicken breast.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Use extra virgin for better flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly cracked for enhanced taste.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Can be swapped with fresh garlic.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Butter Use unsalted for better control.
  • 1 medium Shallot Can substitute with onion.
  • 2 cloves Fresh Garlic
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium recommended.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Reduce quantity if using dried thyme.
  • 1/4 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half.

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the chicken by patting them dry and seasoning with garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
  3. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet and sear for 5 minutes.
  4. Flip and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Remove chicken and let it rest covered with aluminum foil.
  6. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant.
  7. Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, thyme, and red pepper flakes; deglaze the pan.
  8. Add heavy cream and let simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  9. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and heat through.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken thighs are patted dry for crispy skin. Use skillet drippings for flavorful sauce.

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