Description
A delicious and easy-to-make dinner featuring juicy chicken thighs cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs – Choose bone-in and skin-on for the best flavor and texture.
- 4 cloves garlic – Minced garlic adds a robust flavor that enhances the dish.
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter – Butter creates a rich sauce that keeps the chicken moist.
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves – Fresh herbs elevate the taste; dried thyme works too.
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice – Freshly squeezed lemon juice brightens the flavors.
- Salt – To taste, it enhances the overall flavor of the chicken.
- Black pepper – Freshly ground pepper adds a bit of heat.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil – Used for searing the chicken, it helps achieve a crispy skin.
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and add the chicken thighs, skin side down. Sear for 7-8 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Flip the chicken thighs and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute.
- Add unsalted butter and fresh thyme to the skillet, allowing the butter to melt and mix with the garlic.
- Baste the chicken with the garlic butter sauce, squeeze lemon juice over the chicken, cover, and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet, let it rest for a few minutes, and drizzle with remaining garlic butter sauce before serving.
Notes
- Opt for bone-in and skin-on chicken thighs for the best flavor and texture.
- Consider using organic or free-range chicken for better quality.
- Experiment with additional herbs and spices to enhance flavor.
- Pair with sides like roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs, Easy Dinner Recipe, Chicken Thighs Recipe