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Baked Chicken Thighs

Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter Bliss

Deliciously crispy and juicy baked chicken thighs infused with garlic butter, a perfect dinner choice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in and skin-on
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted
For the Flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly crushed
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) with the oven rack in the center.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then sear chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5 minutes.
  4. Remove excess fat if necessary, add butter and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
  5. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Remove from oven, spoon garlic butter sauce over the chicken, and let it rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 25gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to rest after baking for maximum juiciness, and always use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.

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