Week Night Chicken
Looking for a quick and flavorful dinner option? This Week Night Chicken recipe is a perfect solution for busy evenings, ready in just 30 minutes! Tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs are seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then seared to golden perfection in olive oil. A luscious butter garlic sauce infused with zesty lemon juice and a touch of chicken broth takes this dish to the next level. Garnished with fresh parsley, this easy skillet recipe is bursting with bold, comforting flavors. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or fluffy rice for a wholesome meal the whole family will love. Ideal for anyone seeking quick chicken recipes, easy weeknight dinners, or one-pan meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and sear for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, allowing the chicken to soak up the flavors.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.2 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.4 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 562 mg | 187% | |
| Sodium | 3003 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 107.5 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1256 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.
