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Crispy Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs Recipe Easy One-Pan Dinner with Roasted Potatoes

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A quick and easy one-pan dinner featuring crispy skin chicken thighs and golden roasted potatoes infused with garlic butter and fresh herbs. Perfect for a satisfying meal with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1.5 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (1 tbsp for searing, 1 tbsp for potatoes)
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried)
  • Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
  • Optional: fresh lemon juice for finishing

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and cut potatoes into roughly 1-inch chunks. Pat dry with a kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
  3. Toss potatoes in a bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried). Set aside.
  4. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  5. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  6. When the butter foams and the pan is hot, place the chicken skin-side down. Sear without moving for 6-7 minutes until the skin is deeply golden and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for 3 minutes.
  7. Push the chicken to one side of the pan. Add minced garlic and the seasoned potatoes to the empty side. Toss potatoes to coat in the buttery pan juices.
  8. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are tender and golden.
  9. Remove from oven, squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything, and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to check chicken doneness to prevent drying out. If potatoes aren’t crisp enough, broil for 2-3 minutes while watching closely. Pat chicken skin very dry before searing for extra crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even roasting.

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