Description
These garlic butter chicken thighs are the perfect mix of crispy skin, juicy meat, and savory garlic butter flavor—all in one skillet and under 45 minutes!
Ingredients
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5 chicken thighs, skin-on and bone-in
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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¼ cup unsalted butter
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5 cloves garlic, crushed
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C); move oven rack to center.
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Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken skin-side down for 5–6 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook 2–3 more minutes.
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Remove excess fat. Add butter and crushed garlic. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Spoon garlic butter over chicken. Rest 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
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Use a cast iron skillet for best results.
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If skillet is not oven-safe, transfer to baking dish after searing.
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Baste chicken halfway through for extra flavor.
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Let chicken rest before cutting to keep it juicy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sear + Bake
- Cuisine: American