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Baked Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter Sauce

Close-up of perfectly browned Baked Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter Sauce, glistening with butter and topped with minced garlic and parsley.
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Bake bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs until the skin is crisp. Finish them with a simple, rich sauce made from browned butter and fresh garlic.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with foil for easier cleanup.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs very dry using paper towels. This step helps the skin crisp.
  3. Rub the chicken thighs all over with olive oil. Season evenly with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  4. Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) in the thickest part of the thigh. The skin should be golden brown and crisp.
  6. While the chicken finishes baking, prepare the sauce. Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat.
  7. Continue cooking the butter, swirling the pan occasionally, until it foams and brown bits form at the bottom and it smells nutty (about 3 to 5 minutes). Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  8. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  9. Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice.
  10. Remove the chicken from the oven. Brush or spoon the garlic butter sauce generously over the baked chicken thighs before serving immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispy skin, place a wire rack on top of the foil-lined baking sheet and place the thighs on the rack. This allows air to circulate underneath.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can let the sauce simmer for an extra minute after adding the garlic, but keep the heat low.
  • Serve these chicken thighs with roasted asparagus or mashed potatoes to soak up extra sauce.

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