Description
There’s nothing more satisfying than perfectly crispy chicken thighs cooked in just one skillet—simple, flavorful, and easy to clean up! With a golden, crispy skin and juicy meat, this one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights or easy entertaining.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs (about 1 ½ pounds)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- 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
1. Use a paper towel to pat the chicken thighs dry.
2. 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.
3. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
4. 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 reaches 165°F. Transfer chicken to a plate.
5. Add the butter, shallot, and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute.
6. Stir in the chicken broth, lemon juice, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
7. Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until sauce thickens slightly.
8. Place the chicken back in the pan with the sauce.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve the chicken warm with the sauce.
Notes
Tip: For best results, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for juicy, crispy results. Boneless thighs can be used with a shorter cook time.
Heavy cream substitutes: half and half, coconut milk, or whole milk may work, but results may vary.
Storage: 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 at 350°F for 15 minutes, or in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes. Microwaving works but may soften the skin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 131mg