Mom's Comfort Chicken

Experience the ultimate in cozy, home-cooked flavor with Mom's Comfort Chicken, a heartwarming dish that's perfect for family dinners or when you crave a taste of nostalgia. Juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection before simmering in a rich, velvety sauce made with creamy chicken broth, aromatic onions, garlic, and a fragrant blend of thyme, parsley, and bay leaf. Infused with buttery goodness and a hint of decadence from heavy cream, this comforting chicken recipe is a true soul-soothing delight. Ready in under an hour, serve it with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the luxurious sauce. Perfect for a cozy night in, this easy skillet dinner guarantees smiles all around.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan.

Step 3

Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes, until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for another 3-4 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture and stir well, cooking for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 7

Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Once smooth, stir in the heavy cream, dried thyme, dried parsley, and the bay leaf.

Step 8

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, along with any juices that might have accumulated. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Make sure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.

Step 11

Serve the chicken hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Pair it with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1827.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3294.4

Total Fat 272.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1031mg	0%
Sodium 6660.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 5.8g
Protein 172.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 217.7mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 2343.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.2%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 3.6%