Homemade Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Recipe
Easy-to-follow recipe on making the most delicious Homemade Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs. This garlic butter chicken thigh recipe aims to give you a step-by-step guide on making garlic butter chicken thigh you can enjoy and can show-off and share with your family and friends.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 420 kcal
Small bowl
Measuring spoons
Knife and cutting board
- 6 bone-in with skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Prepare the Chicken:
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel.
In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, paprika, thyme, oregano, onion powder, and red pepper flakes.
Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken thighs.
Sear the Chicken:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 6-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Flip and cook the other side for 3-4 minutes.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
Reduce the heat to medium-low.
Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in lemon juice and stir to combine.
Serve:
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Calories: 420kcal
Keyword Homemade Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Recipe