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Smothered Chicken Thighs with Creamy Sauce Recipe

A decadent vegan version of Smothered Chicken Thighs with Creamy Sauce—rich, savory, and full of flavor that melts in your mouth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegan “Chicken Thighs”
  • 2 cups seitan or extra-firm tofu thickly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp vegan butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 cup unsweetened oat milk or soy milk
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp flour for thickening
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
For Garnish
  • Fresh parsley
  • Cracked pepper

Method
 

  1. Prep the Protein: Toss seitan or tofu with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Sear the “Chicken”: Heat a skillet and cook each side for 5–6 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
  3. Build the Sauce: In the same pan, melt vegan butter. Add onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant and slightly caramelized.
  4. Thicken It Up: Sprinkle flour and whisk until smooth. Gradually add oat milk and broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  5. Flavor the Cream: Stir in nutritional yeast, mustard, thyme, and lemon juice. Let the sauce simmer until velvety and luscious.
  6. Smother Like You Mean It: Add the seitan or tofu back into the pan, coating it in creamy perfection. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Serve & Slay: Garnish with parsley and black pepper. Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or biscuits.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 340
  • Total Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 24g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 21%
  • Vitamin C: 14%
  • Calcium: 17%
  • Vitamin A: 16%
  • Magnesium: 15%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Add mushrooms for extra drama and depth.
  • Use cashew cream instead of milk for ultra-rich sauce vibes.
  • Want spice? A pinch of cayenne makes everything hotter.
  • Serve with roasted veggies or a glass of wine (or two).
  • Warning: highly addictive—may cause “just one more bite” syndrome.