Description
Succulent garlic chicken with asiago gravy delivers a luxurious Italian-inspired comfort meal that elevates weeknight dinners. Rich, creamy asiago sauce and perfectly seasoned chicken create a memorable dining experience you’ll savor with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Aromatics and Herbs:
- 1 onion, diced
- 20 cloves garlic, peeled
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dry thyme), chopped
Liquids, Seasonings, and Cheese:
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup asiago cheese (or parmesan), grated
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by patting it dry with paper towels, then generously season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and nearly smoking.
- Carefully place seasoned chicken into the hot skillet, allowing each side to develop a golden-brown crust, approximately 4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a clean plate, keeping it warm and preserving its crispy exterior.
- Reduce heat to medium and add finely chopped onions to the same skillet, allowing them to become translucent and lightly caramelized.
- Mince fresh garlic and introduce it to the onions, stirring continuously to prevent burning and release its aromatic essence.
- Sprinkle dried thyme and flour over the onion-garlic mixture, creating a light roux and cooking for 60 seconds to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour chicken broth into the skillet, using a wooden spoon to scrape up the flavorful browned bits from the pan’s bottom.
- Gradually whisk in asiago cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Gently nestle the seared chicken back into the sauce, covering the skillet.
- Choose cooking method: either bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 15 minutes or simmer on stovetop over medium-low heat for 15 minutes.
- Verify chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer.
- Serve immediately alongside creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or crusty artisan bread to soak up the luxurious asiago gravy.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is at room temperature before cooking to promote even searing and prevent tough meat.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for superior heat distribution and deeper flavor development during browning.
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels before seasoning to achieve a crispy, golden-brown exterior that seals in moisture.
- Select freshly grated asiago cheese for more robust flavor and smoother sauce consistency compared to pre-packaged options.
- Reduce heat when adding cheese to prevent separation and maintain a silky, creamy gravy texture.
- Consider substituting gluten-free flour for a celiac-friendly version without compromising sauce thickness.
- Low-sodium chicken broth helps control salt levels, allowing you to season gradually and precisely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 462 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg