Garlic Butter Chicken (Printable Version)
Juicy pan-seared chicken thighs with a crunchy skin, flavored with garlic and fresh herbs in a rich butter sauce. Simple and tasty for any night.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main
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4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
→ Fats & Oils
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
→ Herbs & Aromatics
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1 tablespoon thyme, fresh, chopped
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1 tablespoon rosemary, fresh, chopped
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4 garlic cloves, minced
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon paprika
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Salt and pepper, as much as you like
→ Optional Ingredients
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Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
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Lemon juice, 1 tablespoon
# Steps to Follow:
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Dry off the chicken thighs using paper towels, then sprinkle generously with paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Warm olive oil in a big skillet over medium-high heat. Lay chicken skin-side down and fry until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for another 4-5 minutes.
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Turn the heat down to medium-low. Toss in butter to melt, then add minced garlic, letting it cook until it smells amazing. Mix in the rosemary and thyme.
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Place the chicken back in the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon the sauce over it, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes until the chicken hits an internal temperature of 165°F.
# Additional Notes:
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Drying the chicken first makes the skin crispier.
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It goes great with roasted veggies, rice, or even mashed potatoes.