Skillet Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Thighs
A comforting and delicious one-pan dish featuring juicy chicken thighs cooked with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and fresh spinach, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless (skinless chicken thighs)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt for seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper for seasoning
- 5.5 tablespoons all-purpose flour divided
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small shallot diced
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 0.5 cup half and half
- 0.5 cup sun-dried tomato halves
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Dredge the chicken in 4 tablespoons of flour until it is evenly coated.
- Heat the canola oil and butter in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat.
Cooking
- Working in batches, add the chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Make sure the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Set the chicken aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the garlic and shallot to the skillet, cooking and stirring frequently until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Whisk in the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of flour and cook until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken stock, half and half, and sun-dried tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally until reduced and slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the spinach, Parmesan, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Return the chicken to the skillet.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
This dish is best served hot, straight from the skillet. Pair it with a side of rice or pasta to soak up the rich sauce. A fresh salad or some crusty bread can also complement the meal nicely. Make sure to not overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken.