Excite Me Tonight Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with "Excite Me Tonight Chicken," a bold and flavorful dish that strikes the perfect balance between sweet, smoky, and zesty. Featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs rubbed with a tantalizing blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne for heat, this recipe brings excitement to your plate. Sear the chicken to golden perfection, then simmer it in a luscious honey-lemon garlic sauce enriched with chicken broth and butter, creating a glossy glaze that clings to every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is both weeknight-friendly and special enough for entertaining. Serve it with roasted potatoes, fluffy rice, or your favorite veggies for a dinner that’s guaranteed to wow your taste buds! Perfect for those looking for quick chicken recipes, sweet and savory dinners, or crowd-pleasing skillet meals, "Excite Me Tonight Chicken" is your next go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup chicken broth
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs and sear them for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
Lower the heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the honey, lemon juice, and chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet to deglaze the pan.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and let it simmer on medium heat for another 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top of the chicken for garnish.
Serve hot with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables, rice, or roasted potatoes. Enjoy your Excite Me Tonight Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.1 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.8 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 533 mg | 178% | |
| Sodium | 2938 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.5 g | ||
| Protein | 107.1 g | 214% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1273 mg | 27% | |
*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.
