Ingredients
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 lbs chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion, halved and sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Freshly chopped parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, seasoned salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Coat each chicken thigh evenly with the seasoned flour mixture. Set aside and reserve the remaining seasoned flour.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs for 4–6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside on a plate.
- Add butter and onions to the same pan and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Stir the reserved seasoned flour into the onion mixture and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux.
- Gradually add chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Return the seared chicken and any juices to the pan. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 25–28 minutes until chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Remove the lid and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer briefly until the gravy is smooth and creamy.
- Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs add extra flavor to the gravy.
- For a thicker gravy, simmer uncovered a few extra minutes after adding cream.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits for a complete meal.
- You can substitute boneless thighs or chicken breasts but adjust cook time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Southern
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 946
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 72g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 46g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 58g
- Cholesterol: 265mg
