Chicken Thighs with Lemon Garlic
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs recipe, a quick and easy dish that brings restaurant-quality taste to your table. Succulent, bone-in chicken thighs are seared to crispy, golden perfection, then simmered in a zesty garlic-infused lemon sauce that's packed with brightness and savory depth. Enhanced with melted butter, chicken broth, and a sprinkling of fresh parsley, this dish is both comforting and elegant. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for entertaining guests. Serve this one-pan wonder alongside roasted vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete, flavorful meal. Keywords: Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs, crispy chicken thighs, one-pan chicken recipe, easy weeknight chicken dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet.
Sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and loosen any browned bits. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken and cover the skillet with a lid.
Cook for 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
Uncover the skillet and let the sauce reduce for an additional 2-3 minutes, spooning the sauce over the chicken periodically to keep it moist.
Sprinkle the dish with fresh parsley for garnish and serve warm with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.6 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 697 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 19.2 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 316 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
