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Herb Crusted Chicken

Herb Crusted Chicken: Creamy Delight for Cozy Nights

This Herb Crusted Chicken dish is a comforting one-pan meal, combining juicy chicken thighs with a crisp herb crust and creamy jasmine rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika for color and heat
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder for seasoning
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream substitute with coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth use homemade for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme or use less dried thyme
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice can substitute with basmati
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley finely chopped

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder. Let rest for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add jasmine rice and stir to coat with drippings.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then stir in heavy cream and thyme. Return chicken to skillet, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and let chicken rest for 5 minutes with lid on. Garnish with parsley and thyme before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe allows for substitutions; use coconut milk for a dairy-free version. Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.

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