Crispy Garlic Chicken Thighs
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
3 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
334 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
gluten-free
Crispy Garlic Chicken Thighs
Description
This recipe seasons chicken thighs with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then cooks them skin-side down in olive oil over medium heat. Pressing slightly while cooking develops a crisp, golden surface. After initial browning, the chicken is flipped briefly, then butter and minced garlic are added and cooked until the garlic turns light golden and fragrant. Adding white wine deglazes the pan, lifting flavorful browned bits which simmer briefly to reduce the alcohol aroma. The chicken is served with the sauce formed from the garlic butter and wine, providing a rich and aromatic complement.
Suggested side dishes include Cowboy Rice Salad, Roasted Broccoli, Avocado Corn Salad, Garlic Butter Kale Rice, Mushroom Rice, and Smashed Potatoes, which complement the savory notes and texture of the chicken.
The recipe notes that chicken breast can be substituted, but will not develop the same crust due to the lack of skin and different cooking times are recommended for thinner cuts to avoid drying out.
Ingredients
- 700 g / 1.2 lb chicken thigh 5 to 6, skinless, boneless
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt
- black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup / 125 ml white wine or broth or water, dry
- 25 g / 2 tbsp butter unsalted
- 2 garlic minced, large cloves
- parsley optional, finely chopped
Instructions
- Sprinkle both sides of chicken with garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place chicken in skillet smooth side down.
- Press down lightly with with spatula. Cook for 5 minutes until deep golden and crispy.
- Turn and press lightly with spatula. Cook for 2 minutes. Add garlic and butter, cook for 1 minute until garlic is light golden and it smells amazing.
- Add wine, then turn up heat. Stir around the chicken to dissolve golden bits stuck on the skillet into the wine. Simmer rapidly for 1 1/2 minutes or until alcohol smell evaporates.
- Remove from heat. Serve chicken with sauce.
Notes
- Chicken breast can be used but won't have the same golden crust; halve breasts horizontally and adjust cook times accordingly.
- Recommended sides include Cowboy Rice Salad, Roasted Broccoli, Avocado Corn Salad, Garlic Butter Kale Rice, Mushroom Rice, and Smashed Potatoes.
- Nutrition values are provided per serving including chicken and sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 334 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 180g | |
| Calories | 334cal | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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