Creamy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

5 from 45 votes

Creamy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs -seared chicken thighs cooked in a creamy garlic sauce.

Prep Time10

Cook Time45

Course: Main Coarse

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 583kcal

5 chicken thighs skinless & boneless, dried with paper towel
1 teaspoon 21 Salute Seasoning from Trader Joe's or use any poultry seasoning of your choice
salt & pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter unsalted

First, preheat the oven to 375F. Next, season chicken with seasoning, salt & pepper, on both sides.
Now, melt butter in oven-proof skillet over medium heat, add chicken thighs and sear for 2-3 minutes or until golden color on both sides. After, transfer to a plate and set aside.

To make the creamy chicken sauce, melt butter in the same skillet. Once it melts add garlic and saute for 1 minute, stirring few times.
Now, add flour and stir continuously for 1 minute. Next, slowly pour in chicken broth and cook for 1 minute stirring continuously, or until sauce thickens. Pour in heavy whipping cream and give it a nice stir. Add cheese, stir and taste it, add more salt or pepper, if needed.
Finally, add chicken thighs back into the skillet, coating each thigh in the creamy sauce. Place in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, uncovered or until chicken is cooked thru.
Garnish with dill and more cheese, if desired. Enjoy!

Before seasoning the chicken, it's important to pat it dry. By doing this, the excess moisture is removed, which makes the seasoning stick better and gives the chicken a nice sear.
When cooking, I personally prefer using butter to sauté garlic and brown the chicken, as it adds an incredible amount of flavor. However, if you prefer, you can use olive oil instead.
To ensure that the chicken thighs cook evenly and develop a nice crust that locks in the moisture, it's best to brown them in batches. Overcrowding the skillet can cause uneven cooking and affect the texture of the chicken.