Description
A delightful and easy-to-make meal featuring succulent chicken thighs bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on for maximum flavor)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon juice (freshly squeezed, to taste)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by patting the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and paprika on both sides.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it starts to foam. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down into the skillet and cook for about 7-8 minutes without moving them.
- Flip the chicken thighs over and add the minced garlic to the skillet, stirring occasionally. Cook for another 7-8 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Once cooked, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken and stir to combine the garlic butter sauce.
- Serve the chicken hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and drizzle remaining butter sauce over the chicken.
Notes
Consider marinating the chicken earlier in the day for enhanced flavor. Pair with garlic mashed potatoes, a fresh green salad, or roasted vegetables for the perfect meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg