Chicken Thighs In Cheesy Broccoli Sauce

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy broccoli cheese sauce.
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This Chicken Thighs in Cheesy Broccoli Sauce is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. Juicy, skin-on chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection before being simmered in a luscious, velvety sauce made from canned broccoli cheese soup, half-and-half, and chicken broth. The dish is loaded with hearty vegetables like carrots, onions, and green bell peppers, which soften and absorb the savory flavors as they cook. It’s a simple, satisfying meal that comes together in one pan, making cleanup a breeze. Perfect for serving over rice or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of that cheesy goodness, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort. ItâÂÂs a family-friendly favorite that feels indulgent yet remains easy to prepare.

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Chicken Thighs In Cheesy Broccoli Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 787.6

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This Chicken Thighs in Cheesy Broccoli Sauce is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. Juicy, skin-on chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection before being simmered in a luscious, velvety sauce made from canned broccoli cheese soup, half-and-half, and chicken broth. The dish is loaded with hearty vegetables like carrots, onions, and green bell peppers, which soften and absorb the savory flavors as they cook. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple, satisfying meal that comes together in one pan, making cleanup a breeze. Perfect for serving over rice or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of that cheesy goodness, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort. ItâÂÂs a family-friendly favorite that feels indulgent yet remains easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the hot pan and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Remove the browned chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
  4. Pour off any excess fat from the wok, then add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  5. Add the chopped carrots, onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the wok.
  6. Stir-fry the vegetables until they begin to soften, about 5 to 6 minutes.
  7. Return the browned chicken thighs to the wok with the vegetables.
  8. In a medium bowl, whisk together the broccoli and cheese soup, chicken broth, half-and-half, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  9. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the wok.
  10. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
  11. Cover the wok and simmer until the chicken is tender and cooked through, about 35 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 787.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 43.7g68%
Saturated Fat 9.9g50%
Cholesterol 221.7mg74%
Sodium 2716.5mg114%
Total Carbohydrate 16.3g6%
Dietary Fiber 5.1g21%
Sugars 6.2g
Protein 75.0g150%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken thighs, broccoli cheese sauce, comfort food, one pot meal, easy dinner, family friendly, creamy chicken, weeknight meal, stir fry, cheesy sauce, carrots, bell pepper, half and half, chicken broth, garlic, onion, vegetable oil, simmer
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