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Pan Fried Chicken Thighs with Gravy

Cultural Context

Pan fried chicken thighs with gravy is a classic American comfort food, often associated with Southern cuisine. This dish reflects the resourcefulness of home cooks who transform simple ingredients into a hearty meal. Today, variations abound, with many families adding their own twists, such as different herbs or spice blends, making it a beloved staple across the nation.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs chicken thighs
2 cups water
1/2 cup flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons green seasoning
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons tomato ketchup
2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons dry parsley
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made from scraps.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a different flavor profile.

flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Almond flour is gluten-free and provides a nutty flavor.

1

Cut chicken thighs into pieces and marinate overnight.

2

Add chicken thighs to a pot and cover with water to make chicken broth.

3

Cover the pot and allow to pad boil for a few minutes.

4

Remove chicken thighs from the broth and set the broth aside.

5

Allow chicken thighs to come to room temperature.

6

Lightly coat chicken thighs with flour and dust off excess.

7

Heat oil in a frying pan.

8

Place chicken thighs in the frying pan, avoiding overcrowding.

9

Fry chicken thighs until nicely fried and set aside.

10

In the same pan, add olive oil and green seasoning.

11

Add chopped onion and minced garlic, stir until combined.

12

Add tomato paste and mix well.

13

Add tomato ketchup and mix for a few seconds.

14

Add reserved chicken broth and stir.

15

Add water as needed and allow to simmer for a few minutes.

16

Add dry parsley, dried basil, and salt to taste.

17

Add sugar and cayenne pepper for flavor.

18

Add chicken thighs back to the pan and coat in gravy.

19

Allow to simmer for a few minutes before plating.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large skilletwhiskmeasuring cupsspatulacutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

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