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Five golden-brown, crispy chicken thighs seasoned and baked in a cast iron skillet with a flavorful sauce.

Foolproof Baked Chicken Thighs

This recipe provides simple instructions for making delicious and crispy baked chicken thighs. It's designed for busy home cooks and families.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 21 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 4 chicken thighs
Course: Dinner
Calories: 277
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs skin-on
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cast-iron skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter. Cook chicken thighs, skin side down, for 6-8 minutes, until golden and crispy.
  4. Flip the chicken thighs, add minced garlic, and transfer the skillet to the oven.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let chicken thighs rest in the skillet for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 277kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 19gFat: 22gSodium: 401mgPotassium: 245mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.03gVitamin A: 177IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To Store: Place leftover chicken thighs in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 3 or 4 days.
To Freeze: Place the cooked and cooled chicken in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
To Reheat: Heat leftover thighs in a baking dish in a 350°F oven until warmed through.

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