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Creamy Balsamic Chicken Thighs Recipe Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Spinach Dinner

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A rich and tangy chicken dish featuring bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs simmered in a creamy balsamic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. Perfect for a quick, comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) balsamic vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup (80 g) sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped
  • 3 cups (90 g) fresh baby spinach
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat dry chicken thighs and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
  2. Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 6–7 minutes without moving until skin is golden and crisp. Flip and cook 4 more minutes until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside. (Cook time: 12 minutes)
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the pan. Stir for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Pour in balsamic vinegar, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Let it reduce for 2 minutes until slightly syrupy.
  5. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Return chicken thighs to the pan, skin-side up. Cover loosely and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. Add fresh baby spinach to the pan and stir gently into the sauce. Cook for 2–3 minutes until spinach wilts but retains bright color.
  8. Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Serve chicken thighs with plenty of sauce spooned over the top.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning for crispy skin. Do not crowd the pan when searing chicken. Reduce balsamic vinegar gently to avoid bitterness. Add spinach at the end to preserve color and texture. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of broth to loosen.

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