Buttered Baked Chicken and Gravy

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this Buttered Baked Chicken and Gravy recipe—an irresistibly flavorful dish that combines crispy, golden-baked chicken thighs with a rich, velvety gravy. Featuring tender bone-in, skin-on chicken seasoned to perfection with garlic, thyme, and paprika, each piece is crowned with a pat of butter that bastes the meat as it cooks to juicy perfection. The luscious gravy, made from the pan drippings, chicken broth, and a touch of heavy cream, ties everything together with its creamy, savory goodness. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight indulgence, this easy-to-follow recipe pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or crusty bread. Ready in just over an hour, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser that showcases homemade comfort food at its finest.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure the skin gets crispy. Season both sides with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and paprika.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish, arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up. Place 1 tablespoon of butter on top of each piece of chicken.

Step 4

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.

Step 5

Once the chicken is done, carefully transfer it to a plate and cover loosely with aluminum foil to keep warm.

Step 6

Place the skillet with the drippings over medium heat (or transfer the drippings to a saucepan if you used a baking dish). Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet.

Step 7

Sprinkle the flour into the skillet and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes to cook the raw taste out of the flour.

Step 8

Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking to ensure a smooth consistency. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream, and season the gravy with the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt (or to taste). Let the gravy simmer for 1-2 minutes.

Step 10

Serve the baked chicken topped with the creamy gravy. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Pair with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1541.1 grams (1541.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2747

Total Fat 231.80g	297%
Saturated Fat 93.70g	469%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 975mg	325%
Sodium 5423mg	236%
Total Carbohydrate 6.60g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1.50g	5%
Total Sugars 1.30g
Protein 170.10g	340%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 179mg	14%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 2172mg	46%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.7%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 0.9%