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Crispy Chicken Thighs with Lemon Caper Sauce

Juicy chicken thighs with perfectly golden, crispy chicken served with lemon caper sauce. So simple but so absolutely delicious.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 270 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 chicken thighs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • Lemon Caper Sauce

Instructions

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  1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels then season generously with salt and pepper. 
  2. Place the chicken, skin-side down, in a cold pan. Place the pan over medium heat and allow to cook for 10-15 minutes until the fat has rendered out and the skin is crisp and golden.
  3. Flip the thighs over and cook for another 10 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked. This time may vary depending on the size of the chicken thighs. 
  4. Prepare the sauce according to recipe instructions and set aside.
  5. Serve the chicken with the lemon caper sauce and side dishes of your choice.

Nutrition Information

Calories 270kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 49g (98%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 159mg (53%) Sodium 562mg (23%) Potassium 521mg (15%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 119IU (2%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 270

% Daily Value*

Calories 270kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 49g 98%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 159mg 53%
Sodium 562mg 23%
Potassium 521mg 11%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 119IU 2%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.