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Delicious Bone-in Chicken Thighs

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Juicy, flavorful bone-in chicken thighs cooked to perfection in a rich sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 8 bone-in chicken thighs, skin on
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
  • 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 chicken bouillon cube (optional)
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 3–4 tablespoons butter
  • 3–4 tablespoons flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, olive oil, paprika, onion powder, rosemary, oregano, and thyme.
  4. Brush the chicken thighs with the seasoned mixture.
  5. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Remove the chicken and add white wine to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits.
  7. Add chicken broth, optional bouillon cube, smashed garlic, and fresh thyme, bring to a gentle boil.
  8. Stir in lemon juice and add the chicken back into the sauce skin-side up.
  9. Transfer to the oven and bake for 30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  10. Let the chicken rest for 6-8 minutes.
  11. Prepare gravy by cooking butter and flour, then whisk in the drippings until thickened.
  12. Serve gravy alongside chicken and mashed potatoes.

Notes

For the best flavor, ensure seasoning is under the skin. You can skip searing to save time but will miss crispy skin.

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