John's Garlic Chicken
Savor the bold, comforting flavors of John's Garlic Chicken, a show-stopping dish that's as easy to prepare as it is flavorful. This recipe combines tender, juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with a rich and zesty garlic lemon butter sauce, infused with the smoky warmth of paprika and a fresh finish of aromatic parsley. Perfected in a single oven-safe skillet, this crowd-pleaser involves crispy pan-searing followed by a quick bake, locking in flavor and creating melt-in-your-mouth results. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's an ideal weeknight dinner or a standout dish for any occasion. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal that’s guaranteed to impress.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 8 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip and sear the other side for 3-4 minutes. Remove the chicken thighs and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 5
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and incorporate any browned bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce the liquid slightly.
Step 6
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, ensuring they are partially submerged in the sauce. Spoon some sauce over the top of the chicken.
Step 7
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 8
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Step 9
Serve the garlic chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (967.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1778.0 |
| Total Fat 145.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 44.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 548mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3425.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 13.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.6g | |
| Protein 113.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 161.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1576.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories