The best chicken recipe for caramelized onion lovers! This dairy-free cream sauce is everything! To finish the dish, serve with steamed rice, roasted veggies, or mashed potatoes.
Keep till use. Reserve caramelized onion in a basin till use. Return the pot to the stove. Brown chicken with more avocado oil in the pot.
Let the pot heat up on medium-high for a few minutes.Cook skin-side-down chicken thighs in a single layer for 5–6 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Cook 3 more minutes after flipping. Two batches may be needed depending on pot size.Add sauce and caramelized onions to the pot after frying the chicken.
Cover the saucepan and simmer over medium-low heat for 20–30 minutes until the chicken thighs reach 180 degrees Fahrenheit.
Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh to measure internal temperature. Enjoy caramelized onion chicken with your favorite sides!