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Easy Skillet Chicken Thighs

Easy Skillet Chicken Thighs

Easy Skillet Chicken Thighs are a simple, flavorful one-pan meal with crispy skin and juicy meat, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 thighs
Calories 360 kcal

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 6 thighs chicken (about 1 ½ pounds)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 small shallot minced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • Freshly chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Use a paper towel to pat the chicken thighs dry.
  • 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.
  • 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 skin is crispy about 7 to 8 minutes, flip chicken thighs and cook for another 15 to 25 minutes or until internal temp is 165 degrees. The time will vary depending on the size and thickness of your thighs. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  • 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 sauce thickens up a bit.
  • Place the chicken back in the pan with the sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve the chicken warm with the sauce.

Notes

For best results, use bone-in skin-on chicken thighs so the chicken is juicy and extra crispy. You can use boneless chicken thighs if preferred. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 19gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 131mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 281mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 440IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg
Keyword chicken, chicken thighs, heavy cream
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