Benefits:
Chicken thighs offer high-quality protein and zinc to support skin repair and renewal. Mushrooms contain vitamin D and antioxidants, while bone broth adds natural collagen to promote firmness and elasticity. Sweet potatoes provide beta-carotene for a radiant, even glow.
Skin Concern: Loss of firmness, dryness, uneven tone
Prep Time: 35 minutes | Serves: 2
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
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4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Gravy:
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1 cup sliced cremini or shiitake mushrooms
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1 tbsp grass-fed butter or olive oil
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1 small shallot, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp arrowroot starch or whole wheat flour
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1 1/2 cups bone broth (or collagen-rich chicken broth)
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1 tbsp coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce
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1/4 tsp dried thyme
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Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sweet Potato Mash:
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2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1 tbsp olive oil or ghee
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Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
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Sea salt to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Sweet Potatoes:
Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until soft (about 15 minutes). Drain and mash with olive oil or ghee. Add salt and cinnamon, then cover and set aside.
Cook the Chicken:
Season chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken thighs, skin-side down, until crispy (about 6–7 minutes). Flip and cook through (another 6–8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
Make the Gravy:
In the same pan, reduce heat and sauté mushrooms in butter until browned. Add shallot and garlic, cooking until fragrant. Sprinkle in arrowroot starch and stir well. Slowly pour in bone broth while whisking to avoid clumps. Stir in coconut aminos, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened (5–7 minutes).
Smother & Serve:
Return the chicken to the pan and spoon gravy over top. Simmer gently for 2–3 more minutes to coat. Serve over the sweet potato mash and garnish with parsley if desired.
Shopping Tips:
Chicken: Choose pasture-raised chicken thighs for higher omega-3 content.
Mushrooms: Cremini and shiitake are best for their earthy flavor and antioxidant properties.
Bone Broth: Look for organic, slow-simmered varieties with high collagen content—check for “gelatinous” on the label.
Cooking Tips:
Extra Crispy Skin: Pat chicken dry before seasoning for the crispiest results.
Gravy Boost: Add a splash of unsweetened almond milk to the gravy for creaminess without dairy.
Meal Prep Friendly: This dish reheats beautifully—store the gravy and chicken separately for best texture.
