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Baked Chicken Thighs

Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Thighs – Crispy and Juicy Delight

Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Thighs are a flavorful, juicy, and crispy dish perfect for any busy weeknight!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, Skin-on Chicken Thighs
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked preferred
For the Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For garlic sauce
For the Flavor
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic Crushed
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • cast-iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
  2. In a cast iron skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for 3 minutes. Drain excess fat, then add butter and garlic to the skillet, sautéing for 30 seconds.
  4. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake the chicken for about 30 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. Remove from the oven, spoon the sauce over the thighs, let rest for 5 minutes, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize your chicken thighs with additional herbs or serve with your favorite sides.

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