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Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs with Capers

Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs with Capers for Cozy Dinners

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Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs with Capers is an easy weeknight dinner that combines rich flavors and comforting ingredients.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 thighs Chicken Thighs bone-in and skin-on for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil if preferred
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic for more intensity
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Pepper Seasoning or substitute with lemon zest and cracked pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley or fresh parsley as an alternative
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Butter or margarine if preferred
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves whole for sweetness after cooking
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth low-sodium option is recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for a lighter sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice bottled can be used if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Capers or olives as a substitute

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken thighs with olive oil, garlic powder, lemon pepper seasoning, and dried parsley. Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour.
  2. In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned. Flip and brown the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  3. After browning, reduce heat to medium and add whole garlic cloves to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, then stir in heavy cream and fresh lemon juice. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Return the browned chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over them. Cook uncovered on low heat for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Plate the chicken, drizzling the sauce over the top and serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 37gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 675mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust cooking times as necessary for different stovetop heating levels.

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