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Crispy Lemon Garlic Chicken with Zesty Herb Glaze

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A quick and easy recipe featuring bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs pan-seared to crispy perfection and finished with a bright, tangy lemon garlic herb glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 large lemon (zest and juice)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon for cooking
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, oregano)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, melted butter, lemon zest and juice, minced garlic, honey, chopped fresh herbs, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well and set aside.
  3. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  4. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet. Press gently with a spatula and cook without moving for 6-8 minutes until skin is deep golden and crispy.
  5. Flip chicken and cook for 2 minutes on the other side.
  6. Transfer the skillet to a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove skillet from oven and brush the zesty herb glaze all over the warm chicken thighs.
  8. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to soak in and glaze to set.
  9. Serve garnished with extra fresh herbs and lemon wedges.

Notes

Dry chicken skin thoroughly before cooking to ensure crispiness. Do not overcrowd the pan and avoid flipping too early. The glaze can be warmed gently if it thickens before brushing. For dairy-free, substitute butter with extra olive oil or coconut oil.

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