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Best One Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Quick Easy Dinner

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Crispy, juicy chicken thighs in a rich garlic butter sauce, ready in under 30 minutes with just one pan. Perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds total)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth, low sodium
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Place a 12-inch cast iron skillet on the stove. Add 1 tablespoon butter and olive oil. Place chicken skin-side down in the cold pan.
  3. Turn heat to medium-high and cook undisturbed for 8-10 minutes, until skin is deep golden brown and releases easily.
  4. Flip chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes more, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
  5. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat from the pan. Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 3 tablespoons butter.
  6. Once butter is melted and foamy, add minced garlic. Stir constantly for 30-45 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits. Let simmer for about 30 seconds until slightly reduced.
  8. Stir in lemon juice and any accumulated juices from the chicken plate. Return chicken to pan, spoon sauce over top, garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

Start chicken skin-side down in a cold pan for extra crispy skin. Let chicken come to room temperature 15-20 minutes before cooking. Do not crowd the pan; cook in batches if needed. Rest chicken for 5 minutes before serving.

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