Baked Chicken Thighs (Garlic Butter, Crispy & Juicy)
Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Thighs are the ultimate solution for a flavorful and easy weeknight dinner. These oven-baked chicken thighs are perfectly seasoned. They are coated in a rich garlic butter sauce, which makes the meat juicy and tender. Ready in just 45 minutes, these chicken thighs with crispy, golden skin is perfect for busy families looking for a delicious and easy dinner.
Servings: 5 people
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400F degrees. Move oven rack to center. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towel and season all over with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet (10-inch) over medium heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until the skin is golden and crispy. It takes about 5 minutes to cook them through at this point. Flip your chicken over once the skin is crispy. If your chicken thighs releases a lot of fat, dispose it using a spoon.
- Place butter in the same skillet. When the butter melts, add minced garlic. Stir the garlic around the pan for 30 seconds.
- Place the whole skillet in the oven and bake for 30 mins for until chicken gets the internal temperature at 165°F. When the chicken is cooked, spoon some of the garlic butter sauce over the top of each chicken thigh. Top with parsley before serving.
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Notes
To Store: Let the chicken cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
To Freeze: Once cooled, place the chicken thighs in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months. When you're ready to use them, thaw overnight in the fridge.
To Reheat: I always reheat baked chicken thighs in the oven at 350°F for about 15 minutes, or until warmed through. This is the best way to bring back that crispy skin. I'd avoid the microwave if you can — it makes the skin soggy and the meat rubbery.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/5 | Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 130mg | Potassium: 15mg