Description

This creamy baked chicken with Parmesan herb sauce features juicy dark meat chicken roasted to perfection in a rich, buttery sauce with garlic, fresh herbs, and a hint of lemon. A cozy, flavor-packed dinner that’s perfect for family meals or entertaining.

Ingredients

10 pieces of dark meat chicken (drumsticks & thighs), trimmed
2 tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp Montreal chicken seasoning (or seasoning of choice)
2 tbsp butter
1/2 cup red onion, minced
1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1 tbsp garlic, minced
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1 cup chicken stock
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream

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Instructions

Make the Sauce: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onions for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add parsley, garlic, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
Add chicken stock, then Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted. Add heavy cream and simmer for 1 minute. Turn off the heat and let cool slightly.
Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken with salt, smoked paprika, and chicken seasoning. Toss to coat.
Arrange the chicken in a baking dish and pour the sauce evenly over it.
Bake: Bake uncovered at 375°F (190°C) for 1 hour 45 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Broil: Finish under the broiler (skin side up) until golden and crisp.
Serve: Baste chicken with the pan sauce before serving. Enjoy with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted veggies.

Notes

Can be prepped ahead and refrigerated before baking.
For extra richness, stir in a tablespoon of cream cheese with the sauce.
Try adding mushrooms or spinach to the sauce for variation.