One-Skillet Crispy Garlic Chicken Thighs
These tasty garlicy chicken thighs are juicy and crispy and done within 30 minutes.
Servings: 2
Calories: 712kcal
Equipment
- Cast Iron skillet
Ingredients
Rub:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Himalayan salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Chicken:
- 4 chicken thighs with skin on
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil/vegetable oil
- 1/2 medium red onion, sliced
- 1/2 cup white wine or chicken stock
- 1 clove garlic, sliced
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary, separated
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir together the garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
- Drizzle about 1 tbsp of olive oil over the chicken thighs and coat them well. Then season evenly each chicken thighs with the rub.
- In a large skillet, or cast iron skillet on medium heat, add the remaining 2 tbsp of olive oil. Place chicken in skillet, skin side down, then add the red onion. Pan fry the chicken for about 7-8 minutes before turning. Then turn over the chicken and cook for another 7-8minutes. They should be nice and crispy before turning over.
- Increase heat, and add white wine or stock, and if using wine allow the alcohol to evaporate and meanwhile, using a rubber spatula, scraps the chicken bits from the bottom of the skillet. Reduce heat and add garlic, and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately. Options to serve with rice, dill mashed, kale salad, asparagus or roasted potatoes.
Nutrition
Calories: 712kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 173mg | Sodium: 1345mg | Potassium: 561mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 379IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 3mg