Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs

Crispy, juicy chicken thighs coated in a flavorful garlic parmesan crust and smothered in a creamy parmesan sauce.

Ingredients

🍗 Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

🧂 Paprika

🧂 Garlic powder

🧂 Onion powder

🧂 Salt

🧂 Black pepper

🌿 Dried parsley

🌾 1 cup all-purpose flour

🧀 ½ cup grated parmesan cheese

🫒 Olive oil (for frying)

For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:

🧈 2 tbsp butter

🧄 6 cloves garlic, minced

🥛 1 cup heavy whipping cream

🧀 ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese

🌿 Chopped parsley

🧂 Paprika

🧂 Salt

🧂 Black pepper

Equipment

• Large skillet

• Mixing bowls

• Tongs

• Measuring cups and spoons

Prep Time

• Total Time: 45 minutes

• Prep: 15 minutes

• Cook: 30 minutes

Calories & Macros (per serving, estimated)

• Calories: 420 kcal

• Protein: 30g

• Carbs: 18g

• Fats: 28g

Instructions

1️⃣ Season the chicken – Pat the chicken dry and season generously with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and dried parsley.

2️⃣ Prepare the coating – In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour and grated parmesan cheese.

3️⃣ Dredge the chicken – Coat each chicken thigh in the flour-parmesan mixture, pressing lightly to adhere. Shake off excess.

4️⃣ Pan-fry the chicken – Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown and crispy (about 5 minutes per side).

5️⃣ Make the sauce – In the same pan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, then stir in shredded parmesan cheese until melted. Season with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer until thickened.

6️⃣ Combine & serve – Return the crispy chicken thighs to the pan, letting them soak up the sauce for a couple of minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Cooking & Serving Tips

• Crispier skin – Press the flour-parmesan mixture firmly onto the chicken for better adherence.

• Extra richness – Add a splash of chicken broth to the sauce for deeper flavor.

• Serving ideas – Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta for a complete meal.

Enjoy your Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs! 🍗🔥

Mrs Bakers Kitchen

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs