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Skillet Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs

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Skillet Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs are a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that combines crispy, golden chicken thighs with a rich garlic butter parmesan sauce. The chicken is perfectly cooked, tender inside with crispy skin, and coated in a savory, creamy sauce that makes every bite irresistible.

Ingredients

  1. 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
    1 tablespoon olive oil
    3 tablespoons butter
    5 cloves garlic, minced
    1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
    1 teaspoon dried oregano
    1 teaspoon dried thyme
    Salt and pepper, to taste
    Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
    Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme.

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and cook for 6-8 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown. Flip the chicken over and cook for another 5-6 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  2. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and minced garlic, cooking for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and golden.
  3. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the butter and garlic. If the sauce looks too thick, you can add a little bit of chicken broth or water to thin it out. Once the sauce is smooth, return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, and spoon some of the sauce over the chicken.
  4. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  5. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges for a burst of freshness.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or a chopped jalapeño to the garlic butter sauce.
  • If you prefer a different cheese, swap the parmesan for Pecorino Romano or mozzarella for a different flavor.
  • Boneless, skinless thighs can be used for quicker cooking, but they won’t have the crispy skin.
  • For a lighter option, use olive oil instead of butter, although the flavor will be slightly different.

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