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Creamy One-Pan Chicken Thighs Recipe Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

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A quick and comforting one-pan chicken thighs recipe with a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, perfect for busy weeknights and minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (1.5 to 2 pounds / 700–900 g)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped (50 g)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup white wine (60 ml), optional (or chicken broth as a non-alcoholic substitute)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, 20 g)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and sear without moving for 6-7 minutes until skin is deep golden and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for 4-5 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate and set aside. (12 minutes)
  3. Reduce heat to medium and add diced shallots and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir frequently and cook until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes. (2 minutes)
  4. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute to release flavor. (1 minute)
  5. Pour in white wine (or chicken broth if skipping wine), scraping up browned bits. Simmer and reduce by half, about 3-4 minutes. (3-4 minutes)
  6. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer. Let sauce bubble and thicken slightly for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. (5 minutes)
  7. Return chicken thighs to the pan, skin-side up, nestle into the sauce. Cover loosely with lid or foil and simmer on low for 15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). (15 minutes)
  8. Remove lid and sprinkle grated Parmesan over the sauce if using. Stir gently to melt cheese and enrich sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. (2 minutes)
  9. Finish by scattering fresh chopped basil or parsley on top just before serving. (1 minute)

Notes

Pat chicken dry for crispy skin and avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent tearing skin. Use white wine or chicken broth for sauce base. If sauce is too thin, increase heat and reduce; if too thick, thin with broth or cream. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Leftovers keep well refrigerated up to 3 days and reheat gently with added broth or cream to refresh sauce.

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Keywords: one-pan chicken, creamy chicken thighs, sun-dried tomato sauce, easy dinner, weeknight meal, quick chicken recipe, comfort food

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