Baked Chicken Thighs with Potatoes and Onions
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This comforting one-pan dish brings together crispy chicken thighs, tender golden potatoes, and a rich, herb-infused cream sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it’s simple enough for weeknights yet elegant enough for guests.
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🧾 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity/Notes |
|---|---|
| Chicken thighs | 4 bone-in, skin-on (about 4 oz each) |
| Salt & ground black pepper | To taste |
| Vegetable oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Onion | 1 medium, diced |
| Chicken stock | 1 cup |
| Heavy cream | 1/2 cup |
| Cornstarch | 1 tablespoon |
| Fresh thyme leaves | 1/2 tablespoon (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme) |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Yukon Gold potatoes | 3 medium, peeled and cubed |
| Butter (optional) | 1 tablespoon, for added richness |
👩🍳 Directions
1. Prep and Sear the Chicken
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken skin-side down for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
2. Sauté the Aromatics
- In the same skillet, add butter (if using) and diced onion.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes until soft and fragrant.
3. Add Potatoes and Season
- Stir in cubed potatoes, thyme, and salt.
- Cook for 3 minutes to lightly brown the edges.
4. Deglaze and Simmer
- Pour in chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
- Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
5. Bake
- Nestle chicken thighs over the potatoes.
- Spoon some pan juices over the chicken.
- Cover with foil or a lid and bake for 25 minutes.
6. Make It Creamy
- In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream and cornstarch until smooth.
- Remove skillet from oven and uncover.
- Stir cream mixture into the sauce and gently combine.
7. Finish Baking
- Return skillet to oven, uncovered, and bake for 15 more minutes.
- Chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) and potatoes should be fork-tender.
8. Serve
- Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley.
- Spoon creamy onion sauce over each chicken thigh and serve warm.
🍽️ Chef’s Tips
- Yukon Gold or red potatoes hold their shape best during baking.
- Pair with steamed green beans or roasted carrots for a complete meal.
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