Crispy Chicken Thighs with Garlic Butter Sauce

November 07, 2025 · by Timothy Dossantos

Golden, crispy chicken thighs with a buttery garlic pan sauce — this recipe turns simple ingredients into a comforting, flavor-packed dinner. It’s juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and ready in under 40 minutes.

Recipe Details

Total Time: 40 minutes
Serves: 4 people
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Season the Chicken: Pat chicken dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Sear: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken skin side down and cook 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp. Flip and cook another 6–8 minutes.
Make the Sauce: Remove chicken and pour off excess oil, leaving 1 tablespoon in the pan. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds, then pour in chicken broth and stir, scraping up brown bits.
Finish: Stir in butter until melted. Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over the top for 2–3 minutes.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.