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Easy One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs

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This Easy One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs recipe is the weeknight hero you didn’t know you needed. It’s a simple, fast, and flavorful dish with crispy skin, juicy meat, and a glossy garlic butter sauce, all made in one pan in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 lbs / 900g)
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter
  • 6–8 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup (120ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken (5 minutes): Take chicken thighs out of the fridge 15 minutes before cooking. Pat very dry with paper towels. Season generously on all sides with salt and black pepper.
  2. Start the Sear (10 minutes): Place a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon butter and let it melt. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the pan. Do not move them. Cook undisturbed for 6-8 minutes until skin is deep golden brown.
  3. Flip and Finish (10 minutes): Flip chicken thighs. Add remaining 3 tablespoons butter to the pan. Once melted, add minced garlic (and red pepper flakes if using). Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 170-175°F (77-80°C).
  4. Rest and Garnish (5 minutes): Remove pan from heat. Let chicken rest in pan for 5 minutes. Spoon pan sauce over each thigh. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and lemon juice if using.

Notes

Pat chicken thighs bone-dry for crispy skin. Do not crowd the pan. Do not move chicken while searing. Have broth ready before adding garlic to prevent burning. For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with vegan butter or ghee.

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