Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs: Savor Juicy Deliciousness!
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Delicious garlic herb chicken thighs served with creamy mashed potatoes and rich pan gravy.
- Author: Caroline Jones
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for richer sauce)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- Salt to taste
- Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F. Pat chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken skin-side down and sear 5–7 minutes until deeply golden and crispy.
- Flip chicken and transfer skillet to oven. Roast 20–25 minutes until cooked through (internal temp 75°C / 165°F). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic, sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth (and cream if using). Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in parsley.
- For mash: Boil potatoes in salted water 15–18 minutes until fork tender. Drain and mash with butter and warm milk. Season to taste.
- Serve chicken over creamy mashed potatoes and spoon generous pan gravy over the top.
Notes
- Add roasted carrots or green beans on the side.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
- Sprinkle extra fresh herbs before serving.
- Pat chicken dry for extra crispy skin.
- Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving.
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for creamier mash.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh with mash
- Calories: 590 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g