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Garlic Chicken Thighs

Garlic Chicken Thighs

Craving something hearty and delicious? Try these Garlic Chicken Thighs for a satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare. Juicy, tender chicken with crispy skin is infused with aromatic garlic for a flavor explosion. Perfect for any night of the week!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 Chicken thighs
  • Salt
  • Ground black pepper
  • 2 heads Garlic top trimmed off
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1-2 tablespoons Butter salted/unsalted, optional
  • 1/3 cup Chicken broth
  • 3 dashes Cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Italian parsley chopped
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Chef's Knife
  • Frying pan
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat a skillet on medium-low heat and place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the pan.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to help the skin crisp up, then cook until golden brown.
  3. Remove the chicken, add remaining olive oil and butter to the pan.
  4. Add garlic and sauté until aromatic, then pour in chicken broth and sprinkle with cayenne pepper.
  5. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet and simmer briefly to absorb flavors.
  6. Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper as needed, then sprinkle with parsley.
  7. Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side for added brightness.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Bone-in, skin-on thighs are your best bet for juicy meat and crispy skin.
  • Tip 2: Don’t rush the sear; let the chicken cook undisturbed.
  • Tip 3: Make sure there’s space between each piece to avoid steaming.
  • Tip 4: Cook the garlic slowly to release amazing flavors.