Savory Southern-Style Smothered Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
• Cooked rice or mashed potatoes for serving