Description
Experience the joy of tender chicken legs enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce that transforms weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences. This dish is not only simple to prepare but also bursting with flavor, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. The mouthwatering aroma and elegant presentation will impress your guests, while every bite will have them asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken legs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pat dry the chicken legs and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the chicken legs skin-side down until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and sauté diced onions and minced garlic for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and heavy cream to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Stir well.
- Return the seared chicken legs to the skillet, spoon creamy sauce over them, then transfer everything to the preheated oven.
- Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg with sauce (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg