Description
Tender chicken thighs simmered in a bright, flavorful lemon-garlic butter sauce, cooked in a single pan for an easy and impressive dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Pour in lemon juice and add butter. Stir until the butter melts and creates a sauce.
- Step 5: Simmer the chicken in the sauce for about 10-15 minutes until cooked through and tender.
- Step 6: Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Serve this dish over rice, pasta, or with roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT30M
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: one pan lemon garlic butter chicken, easy recipes
