This recipe for Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs is a quick + easy recipe that comes together in about 15 minutes. By utilizing boneless, skinless chicken thighs, they are healthier, cook quicker but still form a delicious garlicky crust, while the insides are tender and juicy. The garlic butter sauce finishes off this dish and can be drizzled over the chicken as well as a variety of veggie sides! It’s almost unbelievable how easy this recipe is! If you're looking for more easy chicken recipes, check these out!Sheet Pan Sticky Chicken w/ Chickpeas & Sesame Citrus Dressing 30 Minute Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma w/ Yogurt Garlic Sauce
Ingredients
- 2 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 8-12 thighs)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Season both sides of chicken with garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place chicken in skillet with the smooth side down.
- Press down lightly with a spatula or tongs. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the chicken is golden and crispy.
- Turn and press lightly to ensure all parts of the chicken are touching the pan. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
- Add butter and garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until garlic is slightly golden- not browned.
- Add broth, then turn up heat. Stir and use a spatula to scrape the golden bits stuck on the skillet.
- Simmer for about 1 minute or until the liquid is reduced by half.
- Remove from heat. Drizzle the sauce over the chicken and serve with your choice of sides!
