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SMOTHERED CHICKEN THIGHS IN GRAVY you’ll crave daily

SMOTHERED CHICKEN THIGHS IN GRAVY
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A hearty and comforting Southern-style dish featuring golden seared chicken thighs smothered in a rich, herby onion gravy, served over creamy mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup milk (or more for creaminess)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (for mashed potatoes)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (for mashed potatoes)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. In a heavy skillet or pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 4–5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook 3–4 minutes more. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add butter and sauté onions until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Sprinkle in flour and whisk constantly for 1–2 minutes until golden. Gradually add chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
  5. Add thyme, rosemary, pepper, and a pinch of salt. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until gravy thickens.
  6. Return chicken to the pan, skin-side up. Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes on low heat until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  7. Meanwhile, boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes). Drain, mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  8. Plate mashed potatoes and top with smothered chicken and ladles of rich gravy. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken thighs for extra flavor and juiciness.
  • For gluten-free option, substitute flour with cornstarch or a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Add a splash of cream or unsweetened coconut cream to the gravy for extra richness.
  • Pair with green beans, spinach, roasted carrots, or corn on the cob.
  • Serve with warm dinner rolls to soak up the gravy.

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