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White Wine Chicken Thighs

Savory White Wine Chicken Thighs for Effortless Comfort Cooking

Enjoy White Wine Chicken Thighs, a comforting one-pan meal that brings rich flavors and minimal effort to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Plump with shiny skin for juiciness and flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Adds warmth and depth.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter For richness.
  • 1 medium yellow onion Aromatic base.
  • 3 cloves garlic Fresh for aroma and taste.
  • 1 cup dry white wine Choose a wine you enjoy drinking.
  • 1 cup chicken broth Opt for low-sodium.
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves For herbal note.
  • 1 piece bay leaf For aromatic touch.
  • ½ cup heavy cream Optional for creamier finish.

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet and sear chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown.
  4. Sauté chopped onion in butter, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  5. Deglaze the skillet with white wine, scraping browned bits, and reduce by half.
  6. Add chicken broth, thyme, and bay leaf, bringing to a simmer.
  7. Nestle chicken thighs back into the skillet and bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  8. Remove bay leaf and let chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Stir in cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to adapt ingredients based on your preferences. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

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