Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Thighs for a Flavor-Packed Dinner

Experience the magic of garlic and butter with these Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Thighs, a simple yet satisfying weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 thighs

Course: Quick Meals

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 lbs Chicken Thighs Use bone-in, skin-on thighs for juiciness

For the Garlic Butter Sauce

4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic cloves recommended
4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Adds richness to the dish
2 tbsp Olive Oil Necessary for searing

For Seasoning

1 tsp Salt Essential for seasoning to taste
1 tsp Black Pepper Essential for seasoning to taste
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Use as a garnish

Equipment

10-inch cast-iron skillet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Thighs

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and center the oven rack.
Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
Flip the thighs, discard excess fat, lower heat, and add butter and crushed garlic cloves.
Once butter melts, stir and cook for 30 seconds before transferring the skillet to the oven.
Bake the chicken for approximately 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Spoon melted garlic butter from the skillet over the thighs and sprinkle fresh parsley on top.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 27gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 360mgVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure chicken thighs are well-patted dry before seasoning. Use an oven-safe skillet for easy transfer to the oven.

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