Season skin side of the chicken thighs with half of the salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.
Add chicken to a hot cast iron or oven proof skillet on medium high heat skin side down. Season flesh side with remaining salt, pepper, onion powder and garlic powder. Sear for 4-5 on both sides then remove from skillet.
Melt butter in the skillet then add garlic and crushed pepper cooking for two minutes. Add cream, broth, Italian seasoning, tomatoes, and cheese to the pan. Mix and bring to a boil. Continue to cook for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
Place chicken back in the pan and place in the oven. Bake for 30 minutes.
When done, stir the sauce and spoon over the chicken.
Notes
*you can use half and half or heavy cream for a thicker sauce.