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Crispy Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Thighs

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This recipe delivers perfectly crispy skin and juicy, flavorful chicken thighs baked in a rich garlic butter mixture. Easy to prepare and ideal for cozy dinners or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 4 to 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (organic or free-range recommended)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 large garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • Zest of half a lemon
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1½ teaspoons salt (coarse sea salt preferred)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, chopped thyme, rosemary, lemon zest, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Toss the chicken thighs in the garlic butter mixture until fully coated. Let sit for 10 minutes to soak up flavors if possible.
  5. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet or baking sheet in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
  6. Carefully place the chicken thighs skin-side down into the hot skillet or baking sheet; you should hear a sizzle.
  7. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, then flip each piece skin-side up using tongs.
  8. Return to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes until the skin is deep golden brown and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Pat chicken dry thoroughly and optionally air-dry in the fridge for 15-30 minutes for extra crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). If skin is not crispy enough, broil for 1-2 minutes watching carefully. Cover with foil if garlic browns too fast to prevent bitterness.

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