Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of tender, juicy garlic butter chicken thighs. This recipe combines crispy seared chicken thighs with a fragrant garlic butter sauce, creating a mouthwatering dish that is perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Jeannette
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Chicken Thighs:
- 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving
- Prepare the Chicken ThighsStart by patting the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Sear the Chicken ThighsIn a skillet, heat olive oil and sear chicken thighs until crispy and golden brown.
- Make the Garlic Butter SauceIn the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Cook until fragrant.
- Combine Chicken and SauceReturn chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over, simmer until fully cooked.
- Serve and Enjoy!Serve with desired sides, drizzle with garlic butter sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs, Chicken Thighs Recipe, Garlic Butter Sauce, Dinner Recipe