Amish Chicken is a comforting, flavorful dish that is simple to prepare and full of rich, homey flavors. This recipe is known for its tender, juicy chicken with a deliciously creamy sauce that’s perfect for serving over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
📋 Ingredients:
- 🍗 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts (or 8 chicken thighs)
- 🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste
- 🍞 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 🧈 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 🥛 1 cup heavy cream
- 🍲 1 cup chicken broth
- 🌿 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme)
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 🌿 Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
📝 Directions:
1. Preheat Oven:
- 🔥 Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Season and Dredge the Chicken:
- 🍗 Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts or thighs generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- 🍞 Dredge in Flour: Place the flour in a shallow dish. Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour, shaking off any excess.
3. Brown the Chicken:
- 🧈 Melt the Butter: In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
- 🍗 Brown the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces, skin side down, and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Prepare the Sauce:
- 🧄 Cook the Garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 🍲 Add Broth and Cream: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add the thyme and bring the sauce to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
5. Bake the Chicken:
- 🍗 Return the Chicken to the Skillet: Place the browned chicken back into the skillet, skin side up, ensuring it is partially submerged in the sauce.
- 🔥 Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
6. Serve:
- 🌿 Garnish and Serve: Once the chicken is done, remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
🍽 Serve:
Enjoy your tender, juicy Amish Chicken with its rich, creamy sauce. This dish pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite vegetables!
⏱ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱ Cooking Time: 45 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 1 hour
🍽 Servings: 4 servings
🔥 Calories: 500 kcal per serving
💡 Notes:
- For a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or a mixture of milk and cream.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your delicious and comforting Amish Chicken! 🍗✨