Description
This Garlic Chicken Recipe With Crispy Edges is a weeknight dinner that delivers incredible flavor and texture with minimal effort. Enjoy tender, juicy chicken infused with aromatic garlic and perfectly crispy edges, all made in one skillet!
Ingredients
Scale
- boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 6–8 cloves of fresh garlic, minced
- 1–2 tablespoons high-smoke point oil (olive oil, avocado oil, or grapeseed oil)
- low-sodium chicken broth
- splash of apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice
- salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- pinch of smoked paprika (optional)
- dash of onion powder (optional)
- fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat your chicken pieces thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, and any optional seasonings like smoked paprika or onion powder.
- Place a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add your chosen high-smoke point oil and let it get shimmering hot.
- Carefully place the chicken pieces in the hot skillet in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Allow the chicken to sear undisturbed for 4-6 minutes, or until a deep golden-brown crust forms.
- Flip the chicken pieces and sear the other side for another 4-6 minutes, until beautifully golden-brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and tent loosely with foil to keep warm.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. If the pan looks dry, add another teaspoon of oil. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30-60 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the broth simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly and thicken.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the apple cider vinegar or lemon juice. Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Return the rested chicken pieces to the skillet, spooning the garlic sauce over them to coat. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or chives. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Thoroughly pat your chicken dry before seasoning to achieve crispy edges. Use a heavy-bottomed skillet for even heat distribution, and don’t overcrowd the pan while searing.