Ingredients
Method
- Pat chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. When oil is shimmering, add chicken thighs and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. In the same pan with the drippings, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
- Pour in coconut cream and chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add lemon juice, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes if using, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Bring sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Return chicken thighs to the pan, spooning sauce over the top. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through and let the chicken absorb some of the sauce.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh basil and parsley. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Make sure to use the thick cream from a can of coconut milk, not the watery coconut milk. If your coconut cream is very thick, thin it with a little chicken stock. Leftovers keep in the fridge for 3 days and reheat well in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of stock to loosen the sauce.
