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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
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In a medium shallow bowl, whisk together flour, smoked paprika, kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and freshly cracked black pepper until evenly combined.
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Dredge each chicken thigh thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture and arrange skin side up in the prepared baking dish.
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Whisk together cold heavy cream and water until fully integrated.
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Slowly pour the cream and water mixture evenly over the chicken thighs in the baking dish.
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Bake uncovered for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until the chicken skin is golden brown and juices run clear. Confirm doneness with a meat thermometer; the internal temperature should read 165°F at the thickest part.
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Allow the chicken to rest in the baking dish for 5 minutes before transferring to a serving plate.
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Whisk the baking dish drippings and remaining cream mixture together to create a gravy. Serve chicken garnished with chopped fresh parsley.