Pan Seared Chicken Thighs – Crispy Skin and Tender Inside!
Pan seared chicken thighs come out of this recipe with golden, crispy skin and a simple garlic pan sauce made from the drippings in just 25 minutes on the stovetop. This is a bone-in, skin-on recipe with no oven time and no complicated steps. It is gluten-free, low-carb, and the kind of dinner I make on repeat when I need something fast that actually tastes like I put in real effort.
Servings: 6 people
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs bone-in with skin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- fresh parsley for garnish chopped
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, dried oregano, salt and pepper. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture over both sides of each chicken thigh, ensuring even coverage.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Make sure the pan is hot before adding the chicken to achieve a crispy skin.
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the hot skillet, skin side down. Allow them to sear undisturbed for 3-5 minutes or until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip the thighs and sear the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté briefly until aromatic, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour chicken broth into the skillet, scraping the bottom to release any flavorful bits. Allow the broth to simmer, creating a delicious sauce.
- Continue cooking the chicken in the broth for about 7 to 10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from heat, garnish it with fresh parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
To Store: Transfer the cooled leftovers to an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 4 days.
To Freeze: Pan seared chicken thighs are freezer-friendly! Once they’re completely cool, store the leftovers in a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months.
To Reheat: I like use the oven or air fryer until warm. This keeps the skin crispy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/6 | Calories: 269kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 79mg | Potassium: 277mg