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Crispy Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Recipe Easy One-Pan Dinner

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A quick and easy one-pan dinner featuring crispy, buttery chicken thighs with fragrant rosemary and garlic, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 to 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (1.5 to 2 pounds / 680 to 900 grams)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (about 57 grams), softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 to 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat and add olive oil. Warm for about 2 minutes until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet. Press gently with tongs to ensure full contact. Cook undisturbed for 6–8 minutes until skin is deeply golden and crispy.
  4. Flip the chicken thighs and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low. Push chicken to one side of the pan and add butter, minced garlic, and rosemary sprigs to the empty side. Let butter melt and cook garlic gently for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not burnt.
  6. Tilt the pan slightly and baste the chicken repeatedly with the melted garlic butter and rosemary-infused oil for 2–3 minutes.
  7. If the pan is oven-safe, transfer to a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven and cook for 8–10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). If not oven-safe, cover the pan and cook on low heat for the same time.
  8. Remove chicken from the pan and rest for 5 minutes. Squeeze lemon juice over the top if desired before serving.

Notes

Patting the chicken dry is crucial for crispy skin. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Use medium heat for searing and reduce heat when adding butter and garlic to avoid burning. Rest chicken for 5 minutes before serving to redistribute juices. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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