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Bobby Flay Chicken Thighs

Bobby Flay Chicken Thighs in Creamy Garlic Lemon Bliss

Enjoy Bobby Flay Chicken Thighs with a creamy garlic sauce, ready in just 40 minutes—a perfect weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with vegetable oil
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder or chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika for extra flavor
  • to taste kosher salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1 small shallot or small onion
  • 3 cloves garlic fresh preferred
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for lighter texture

Equipment

  • 12-inch cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown, about 7-8 minutes.
  3. Flip the chicken and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 10-12 minutes.
  4. Remove the chicken, cover with foil, and prepare the sauce in the same skillet without cleaning.
  5. Melt butter and sauté shallot and garlic until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up browned bits, then stir in thyme and red pepper flakes, simmering for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream, and simmer until thickened, about 5-6 minutes.
  8. Return chicken to skillet, coat with sauce, and heat through before serving garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 25gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Patting chicken dry is key for crispy skin. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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