Description
This Skillet Chicken Thighs recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a comforting meal. Juicy chicken thighs are seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices, cooked to crispy perfection, and then smothered in a creamy sauce with hints of garlic and herbs. Serve this dish with your favorite sides for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken Thighs:
- 6 chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 pounds)
Seasoning Blend:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat Dry the Chicken Thighs: Use a paper towel to pat the chicken thighs dry.
- Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken thighs, on both sides.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large cast iron to medium heat and add the olive oil. Place chicken thighs skin side down in the hot skillet and cook until the skin is crispy, about 7 to 8 minutes. Flip chicken thighs and cook for another 15 to 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- Prepare the Sauce: Add the butter, shallot, and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute. Stir in the chicken broth, lemon juice, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the sauce thickens.
- Finish and Serve: Place the chicken back in the pan with the sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve the chicken warm with the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
