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Instructions
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First, preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
2
Next, with paper towel pat chicken dry. Season with salt and pepper.
3
In a large skillet over medium-high heat add 1 Tablespoon of butter and olive oil, allowing the butter to melt fully.
4
Once butter has melted, add chicken thighs to the skillet. Cook chicken until golden brown, cook on each side for about 2-3 minutes. Then remove to a clean plate.
5
In a bowl or measuring cup, mix together the chicken broth, lemon juice and garlic. Then set aside.
6
Leave the skillet on medium-high heat and add onion, saute until softened.
7
Once onions look transparent, add broth-garlic mixture to skillet. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
8
Then reduce heat to medium and bring to a simmer until broth has reduced by half.
9
Once broth has reduced, add the butter to the skillet, and make a slurry by mixing together cornstarch and milk then pour into the skillet.
10
Place the chicken back in the skillet and bake 15-20 minutes. Until the internal temperature is 165 degrees f using a meat thermometer.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Sear Skin-Side First for Crispy Perfection 🍗Start by searing chicken thighs skin-side down in olive oil for 4-5 minutes to render fat and achieve golden, crispy skin before adding the creamy sauce.
- Bloom Lemon Zest in Butter 🍋Toast the lemon zest briefly in melted butter before creating your sauce to amplify the citrus flavor and add aromatic complexity to the dish.
- Create a Silky Sauce with Cornstarch Slurry 🥛Whisk cornstarch with cold milk separately before adding to the pan to prevent lumps and achieve a luxuriously smooth, restaurant-quality sauce.
- Finish with Fresh Parsley Off Heat 🌿Stir in fresh parsley after removing from heat to preserve its bright flavor and vibrant color, preventing it from becoming bitter or darkened.
- Use Bone-In Thighs and Adjust Seasoning Balance ⚖️Bone-in thighs stay juicier than boneless; add lemon juice gradually to taste, as the acidity can overpower—start with less and adjust at the end.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Gluten Free
Low Sugar
Low Carb
Keto Friendly
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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