Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Recipe
This Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs recipe offers a quick and flavorful meal that’s perfect for weeknights or special occasions. With crispy skin, tender meat, and a rich garlic butter sauce, it’s a dish your whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Optional:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Thighs
- Start by patting the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. This step is crucial because it helps the skin get crispy when searing. Once dry, season the chicken thighs generously with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Step 2: Sear the Chicken Thighs
- In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, place the chicken thighs in the pan, skin-side down. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown. Flip the chicken thighs over and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic! Add fresh rosemary and thyme, stirring to infuse the butter with their flavors.
Step 4: Combine Chicken and Sauce
- Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon some of the garlic butter sauce over the chicken, and allow it to simmer for another 10-15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!
- Serve the garlic butter chicken thighs with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice. Don’t forget to drizzle some of that delicious garlic butter sauce over everything!