Juicy Pan Seared Chicken Thighs (quick and easy)

Juicy Pan Seared Chicken Thighs (quick and easy)

These pan-seared chicken thighs are simple, flavorful, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that everyone will love. Cooked on a hot skillet with a simple seasoning blend, they turn out juicy, flavorful and ready in 15 minutes!

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword pan seared chicken thighs, skillet chicken thighs, stovetop chicken thighs

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings

Author Ivory

Equipment

Skillet

Ingredients

1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon parsley flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter (unsalted)

Instructions

Mix the seasonings: To a small bowl, add the salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and dried parsley. Stir until well blended.
Pat the chicken thighs dry using a paper towel and season with the seasoning mixture.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and then butter.
Add the chicken thighs to the skillet, smooth side up. You should hear them sizzle. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes and then flip the chicken and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes until they are deep brown and golden color (see my step by step photos in my blog post above for reference).

Notes

Recipe Variations And Substitutions:

Bone in Chicken Thighs - I prefer to stick with boneless thighs, but you can use bone in chicken thighs. You will need to increase the cook time depending on the size of bone in chicken thighs you use.
Butter - Ghee or a plant-based butter would work as well.
Olive Oil - Avocado oil or your preferred cooking oil will work.
Dried oregano/Parsley Flakes - You can use Italian seasoning if that’s what you have on hand.

Storage And Reheating Instructions:

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
Reheat in the microwave on a microwave safe plate for 20 to 30 seconds at a time until warm throughout.

Pro Tips:

Skillet should be hot when you add the chicken thighs for a nice sear and flavor.
Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit as measured by a food thermometer.

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