Ingredients
Let’s gather everything you’ll need to create this delightful dish. Remember, cooking is an art, and substitutions are welcome if you need to accommodate dietary preferences!
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place them skin-side down in the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the butter and mushrooms. Sauté until the mushrooms are tender and golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. This deglazing step is crucial for flavor!
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, thyme, and Parmesan cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon some sauce over each thigh, then cover and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Serve the chicken thighs with a generous helping of the creamy mushroom sauce, and enjoy the magic of a dish that feels like a warm hug from the inside out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International