Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe (Gluten free)

This Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe is a quick dinner idea that is perfect for busy weeknights but you can also dress it up for special occasions! This recipe has crispy chicken thighs cooked in a creamy, garlic, and Parmesan sauce! This Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe takes about 30 minutes to make and uses simple, afforadable ingredients that won’t break the bank.

Using boneless skinless chicken thighs makes this recipe easy to get dinner on the table quickly. Plus, this Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe is a one pan meal meaning everything is done in one pan, and you only have one pan to clean up when you are done. Trust me, the less dishes the better!

If you love easy dinner recipes made with chicken, you’ll love my dry rub chicken wings and my gluten free jambalaya.

This Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe uses boneless skinless chicken thighs that are seared in a pan to a golden brown! Then, it is paired with a Parmesan sauce that is so good I guarantee you’ll be licking your plate!

Why you’ll love this recipe

• This Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe makes for the perfect comfort food dinner!
• The best part about this recipe is that it is a one pan meal…which means only one pan to make it and only one pan to clean up! My ideal situation since I hate doing dishes.
• This recipe is allergy friendly. You can use gluten free flour like I did for gluten free recipe. You can use dairy free cheese and milk for an easy dairy free recipe!
• It’s an easy freezer friendly meal, which means it is a great option for a meal prep lunches or dinners! I love to have it ready to go when I need to just pull a dinner out of the freezer and heat it up quick.

Ingredients & Substitutions

boneless skinless chicken thighs: For this Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe, boneless skinless chicken thighs is the way to go. They cook much faster! They stay moist. And you won’t end up with chewy dry chicken. YUCK. Plus, you don’t need the skin on these because it’s covered in the sauce anyway! Boneless skinless chicken thighs they cook much faster than bone-in and are tender and moist.

Gluten free flour: to ensure this is a gluten free recipe.

Onion: to add depth of flavor

Lemon: I love adding lemon to counteract the richness with the acidity.

Chicken stock or bone broth: I use this to create a sauce that isn’t too thin and has lots of flavor.

Milk of choice: I use oat milk for a dairy free recipe. You can use any milk such as almond milk, soy milk, skim milk, 1% milk, etc. This is an easy way to keep this recipe leaner than if you used heavy whipping cream. It also allows this recipe to be made dairy free.

Parmesan cheese: Use dairy free parmesan cheese for a dairy free Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe

How do I make this recipe?

First, in a shallow bowl, I mix together the gluten free flour, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Next, I dip each chicken thigh into the flour mixture, making sure both sides are covered.

Next, I add 3 tbsp olive oil to a frying pan and add the chicken. I flip the pieces after 7 minutes. Make sure to cook on medium heat until the internal temperature reaches 145.

Next, I remove the Chicken Thighs from pan and set aside. In the same pan, without washing, I add the onions and garlic and sautee for 3 minutes.

After 3 minute, I add in lemon juice, bone broth and milk. I stir, then add chicken back in. I let the Creamy Chicken Thighs simmer on medium low for 20 minutes. Then I top with parmesan cheese, serve and enjoy!

Expert Tips & Tricks

Always pat the chicken dry first. This helps to remove any excess moisture and will help the seasoning stick! Plus the drier it is, the nicer the sear will be!
Replace the bone broth with white wine for a different, rich flavor. Of course, the alcohol will cook off during the process so don’t worry, this Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe is still family friendly!

Why does this recipe call for boneless skinless chicken thighs?

I don’t use chicken thighs in my recipes often, but when I do it certainly is for a reason! In this Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe, I like to use boneless skinless chicken thighs is the way to go. They cook much faster! They stay moist and don’t run the risk of drying out. Plus, they have more fat which adds more flavor to the sauce since it is all cooking in one pan.

Can you use chicken thights with the bone and skin?

Absolutely! If you use skin-on thighs just make sure you keep the skin out of the sauce until serving. This way, the skin will stay crisp the way it is supposed to. If you use skinless chicken thighs you can add it into the sauce right away,

Can you use chicken breasts instead?

FOR SURE! I know sometimes you just want to use what you have in your pantry and this Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe can absolutely be adjusted to make with chicken breasts, just be careful not to overcook and dry the chicken out.

How to cook chicken thighs

I like to sear my chicken thighs in batches. I usually keep each batch to 3 or 4 thighs depending on the size of the pan. You want to make sure to avoid over-crowding.

How Do I Serve this Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe?

I like to serve my Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe over rice or pasta. You can serve with a roasted or steamed vegetable, a side salad or baked potato on the side!

I like to add in spinach, mushrooms, sundried tomatoes or even roaste tomatoes into this dish when I am looking for a little bit of a flavor variation.

How do I Store this recipe?

To store, I let the Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe cool completely before refrigerating in an airtight container for up to four days.

For longer storage, I love to portion into freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 2 months.

How do I reheat leftovers?

If leftovers are stored in the fridge, I add to a skillet and warm on medium low heat so it does not burn. Make sure to only heat it until it is warm and not overcook.

If leftovers of the Creamy Chicken Thighs Recipe are stored in the freezer, let thaw overnight. Then, add to a skillet and warm on medium low heat so it does not burn. Make sure to only heat it until it is warm and not overcook.

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