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Creamy Chicken Thighs

Last updated on October 12, 2021. Originally posted on February 7, 2018 By Tania Sheff

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These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan, and cream come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM
These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan and cream, come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM
These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan and cream, come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM
These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan and cream, come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM
These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan, and cream come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan, and cream come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce.

These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan, and cream come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

This is one of the most loved chicken recipes in my family. It is a very rich, flavorful, and filling meal, and it pairs well with almost any side dish. Steamed veggies, rice, mashed potatoes, fries, and zoodles are among my favorite additions. The ingredient list is pretty short, and there is almost no clean up since we are cooking everything in one pot. Now, that's pretty awesome!

I can keep talking more about how incredibly delicious and amazing these Creamy Chicken Thighs are, but instead, I will just start cooking them. How about you join me?

These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan, and cream come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

NOTE: If you want to roast the peppers yourself, see the instructions here --> How to Roast Red Peppers. You may also buy roasted red peppers in a jar in most big supermarkets, or get it from Amazon.

Instructions:

1. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.

These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan and cream, come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for about 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium, and keep frying the chicken until cooked through. The cooking time with vary, depending on the thickness of the chicken.

These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan and cream, come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. To the same skillet, add the onions and cook for about 5 minutes, until soft and golden in color. Add the red pepper flakes and roasted peppers, and cook for another 2 minutes.

These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan and cream, come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

4. Reduce the heat to medium-low, add the cream, and bring to a simmer. Add the spinach, and when it wilts down, add the Parmesan. Stir the sauce.

These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan and cream, come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

5. Return the chicken to the skillet, and cook for 5 minutes, spooning the sauce over it. Remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan and cream, come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM
These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan, and cream come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

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WATCH HOW TO MAKE CREAMY CHICKEN THIGHS

These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan, and cream come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce. ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

Creamy Chicken Thighs

Tania Sheff
These tender Creamy Chicken Thighs are loaded with flavor! Spinach, roasted peppers, onions, Parmesan, and cream come together to create an absolutely scrumptious sauce.
4.58 from 56 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 501 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs. skin-on chicken thighs (drumsticks or breasts work, too)
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 medium onion
  • ½ tsp. red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup roasted peppers, cut into thin strips (see note)
  • 1 cup Half & Half
  • 4 cups baby spinach
  • ¾ cup Parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley, to garnish

Instructions
 

  • Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for about 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium, and keep frying the chicken until cooked through. The cooking time with vary, depending on the thickness of the chicken.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. To the same skillet, add the onions and cook for about 5 minutes, until soft and golden in color. Add the red pepper flakes and roasted peppers, and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low, add the cream, and bring to a simmer. Add the spinach, and when it wilts down, add the Parmesan. Stir the sauce.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet, and cook for 5 minutes, spooning the sauce over it. Remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Notes

NOTE: If you want to roast the peppers yourself, see the instructions here –> How to Roast Red Peppers. You may also buy roasted red peppers in a jar in most big supermarkets, or get it from Amazon.

Nutrition

Calories: 501kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 48gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 169mgSodium: 943mgPotassium: 582mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 3050IUVitamin C: 11.6mgCalcium: 280mgIron: 2.9mg
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  1. Lisa Mannion says

    November 02, 2021 at 10:51 pm

    4 stars
    I made this again and it’s amazing!!

    Reply
    • Tania Sheff says

      November 03, 2021 at 11:38 am

      Yay! Thanks, Lisa!

      Reply
  2. Lori says

    September 16, 2021 at 8:04 pm

    5 stars
    Wow! I served this over some bowtie pasta and it was so delicious. Quick and easy too. Thank you for the fabulous recipe.

    Reply
    • Tania Sheff says

      September 17, 2021 at 1:45 pm

      Thank you so much, Lori!

      Reply
  3. Jenn Nilsson says

    September 07, 2021 at 8:01 pm

    5 stars
    I made this tonight with the only additions being a small amount of salt and garlic powder (I put garlic in EVERYTHING) and this is now one of our new family favorites. SO good!

    Reply
    • Tania Sheff says

      September 11, 2021 at 11:00 am

      Awesome! Thanks for the rating, Jenn!

      Reply
  4. Casey says

    June 13, 2021 at 7:52 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe is SO good and so easy! I love that it has some healthy veggies in it as well. I pair with some brown rice and white wine. My husband says it's better than going out to dinner.

    Reply
    • Tania Sheff says

      June 14, 2021 at 12:37 pm

      Yay! That's a win, Casey! I am glad you like it! You must try my Spinach Stuffed Chicken. I think your husband will love it as well!

      Reply
  5. Ernesto says

    May 14, 2021 at 1:41 pm

    What do you recommend to pair with this dish? pasta, rice ,etc.? I assume it would be put onto of something.

    Reply
    • Tania Sheff says

      May 17, 2021 at 11:37 pm

      HI Ernesto! You can pair this chicken with your favorite sides: rice, pasta, quinoa, mashed potatoes... They all work well here. Happy cooking!

      Reply
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