Description
Crispy Garlic Chicken Thighs feature tender, skinless boneless chicken thighs seared to a golden, crispy perfection, infused with a rich garlic butter sauce and a splash of white wine. This flavorful skillet dish comes together quickly, making it an ideal weeknight dinner that pairs beautifully with a variety of sides such as rice salads or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 700 g / 1.2 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs (5 to 6 pieces)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
- 1/2 cup / 125 ml dry white wine (or broth or water)
- 25 g / 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- Finely chopped parsley, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Sprinkle both sides of the chicken thighs evenly with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Heat the oil: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking to prepare for searing.
- Sear the chicken: Place the chicken in the skillet smooth side down. Press down lightly with a spatula and cook for 5 minutes without moving, allowing a deep golden, crispy crust to form.
- Flip and cook: Turn the chicken over and press lightly again. Cook for 2 minutes on this side to develop color and cook through.
- Add garlic and butter: Stir in the minced garlic and butter around the chicken. Cook for about 1 minute until the garlic turns light golden and releases a fragrant aroma.
- Deglaze the pan: Pour in the white wine (or broth/water), then increase the heat to high. Stir the pan gently to dissolve the golden, caramelized bits stuck to the skillet, infusing flavor into the sauce. Let it simmer rapidly for 1 1/2 minutes or until the alcohol aroma dissipates.
- Finish and serve: Remove the pan from heat. Optionally garnish with finely chopped parsley before serving the chicken along with the flavorful sauce spooned over.
Notes
- You can use chicken breasts instead of thighs, but the golden crust will be less pronounced. Slice breasts horizontally to about 1cm/2/5″ thickness. Use high heat, cook for 2 minutes on one side, flip and cook for 1 minute, then add garlic and butter and proceed as usual.
- Suggested side dishes include Cowboy Rice Salad, Roasted Broccoli, Avocado Corn Salad, Garlic Butter Kale Rice, Mushroom Rice (including Baked Mushroom Rice), and Smashed Potatoes.
- Nutrition info is calculated per serving, including chicken and all the sauce.
