Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Recipe

Juicy, crispy garlic butter chicken thighs recipe made in one skillet with a rich, flavorful glaze — ready in 30 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights.

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Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Resting & Marinating: 10

Total Time: 30

Servings: Servings

Calories: 425kcal

Cost: $10

Equipment

1 Cast-iron skillet For optimal searing and even cooking
1 Meat thermometer To check for doneness (165°F)
1 Wooden spoon To stir and deglaze the pan
Paper towels To pat chicken dry for crispy skin

Ingredients

Chicken

6 Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Can sub boneless (adjust cook time)
2 tablespoons Olive oil For searing
1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning
0.5 teaspoon Black pepper To taste
1 teaspoon Paprika Adds color and subtle heat
0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder Dry rub flavor

Garlic Butter Sauce

4 tablespoons Butter Forms the glaze
6 cloves Garlic Minced
0.25 cup Chicken broth Deglazing and moisture
2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Chopped
1 tablespoon Lemon juice Adds brightness

Instructions

Pat chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Let rest at room temp 10–15 minutes.
Heat oil in skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken skin-side down for 4–5 minutes until golden, then flip and sear 3–4 more minutes.
Remove chicken, lower heat, sauté garlic for 30 sec. Add butter, then broth, and scrape browned bits to form glaze.
Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce around (not over) skin, add parsley and lemon juice. Serve immediately.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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