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Garlic Lemon Chicken Thighs

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πŸ‹ This Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs recipe offers a bright, zesty flavor that’s both easy to prepare and deliciously satisfying.
πŸ”₯ It’s perfect for creating crispy, juicy chicken with a fragrant garlic and lemon sauce that elevates any meal.

  • Total Time: 19 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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6 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs

3 tablespoons clarified butter or ghee

1 teaspoon Celtic sea salt

1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

ΒΌ cup diced garlic

1 teaspoon lemon zest (yellow part only)

2 teaspoons fresh oregano

Β½ cup dry white wine

Β½ lemon sliced into rounds

Instructions

1-Getting started with garlic lemon chicken thighs: Begin by melting 3 tablespoons of clarified butter or ghee in a large heavy pan over high heat until it’s shiny and ready for cooking. This quick step sets the base for a flavorful, crispy result.

2-Pat the 6 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs dry: then season them generously with 1 teaspoon Celtic sea salt and 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper. Place the chicken in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until one side turns golden brown and crunchy, then flip and cook the other side.

3-Reduce the heat to medium and add the ΒΌ cup diced garlic, stirring quickly to keep it from burning while sprinkling 1 teaspoon lemon zest over the chicken for a fresh burst. When the garlic becomes soft and fragrant, mix in 2 teaspoons fresh oregano, the Β½ lemon sliced into rounds, and Β½ cup dry white wine.

4-Continue cooking until the sauce thickens and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165Β°F (74Β°C), which usually takes a few more minutes. Let the dish rest briefly, then serve it with grilled vegetables or incorporate it into salads, wraps, or tacos for versatile meals. Remember, you can prepare this ahead for easy meal prep, making it ideal for busy schedules.

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Notes

πŸ”₯ Thoroughly dry the chicken before cooking to achieve a crispy skin.
🧈 Use clarified butter or ghee for a high smoke point and enhanced flavor.
🍽 Cooking each side fully helps develop a crunchy, golden texture; debone or flatten thighs for quicker, even cooking if desired.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 3 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 16 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing, Simmering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
  • Calories: 363 kcal
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 616 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 4 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 31 g
  • Cholesterol: 183 mg