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Pan-seared garlic butter chicken thighs with herbs

Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs

These garlic butter chicken thighs are incredibly flavorful, juicy, and perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, they're a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice optional
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Tongs
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through; then, remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add butter and minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to deglaze, and bring the sauce to a simmer.
  5. Return the cooked chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning the garlic butter sauce over them. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat through.
  6. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken thighs for 15-30 minutes before cooking. Always ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety.