Description

Herb Garlic Lemon Chicken Thighs are the kind of easy dinner that looks impressive but feels wonderfully simple to make. Juicy chicken thighs are seared until golden, then finished in a buttery garlic and lemon sauce with fresh herbs for a meal that is bright, savory, and full of comfort. This is a perfect choice for a quick breakfast-for-dinner idea, easy dinner, family meal, cozy weeknight recipe, and one of those go-to food ideas that works with rice, potatoes, pasta, or vegetables.

Ingredients

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

5 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 cup chicken broth

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 lemon, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried oregano.

2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs in the pan and sear until deeply golden on the first side, about 6 to 8 minutes.

3. Flip the chicken and cook the second side for 4 to 5 minutes until browned. Transfer the chicken to a plate if needed.

4. Lower the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

5. Add the fresh thyme, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

6. Return the chicken thighs to the pan and tuck in the lemon slices around the chicken.

7. Cover loosely and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches 165°F internally.

8. Spoon the sauce over the chicken, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

Do not crowd the skillet or move the chicken too early while searing, or you will miss out on that golden crust that adds so much flavor to the finished dish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
Calories: 385
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 165mg