Herb Roasted Chicken in Creamy White Sauce
This Herb Roasted Chicken in Creamy White Sauce features juicy roasted chicken infused with fresh herbs, served in a rich, velvety white sauce perfect for an elegant dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and minced garlic.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and roast for 35-40 minutes until the skin is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- While the chicken roasts, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream, continuing to stir until the sauce thickens.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the chicken is done, transfer to serving plates and spoon the creamy white sauce over each piece.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce while simmering, or serve with steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes.