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How to Make Easy Skillet Chicken Thighs with Crispy Skin!

How to Make Easy Skillet Chicken Thighs with Crispy Skin!

Learn how to make easy skillet chicken thighs with crispy skin in this delicious recipe.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Americana
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 10-12 inch skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon ghee or olive oil, or butter or a combination
  • 5 to 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for gentle warmth
  • 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning with rose petals

Instructions
 

  • Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. Sprinkle with sea salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and poultry seasoning with rose petals.
  • Place a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the ghee, olive oil, or butter.
  • Add the chicken thighs skin-side down. Cook uncovered for about 10 minutes, until the skin is golden and crisp.
  • Flip the chicken thighs skin-side up. Continue cooking, uncovered, for another 15 minutes, adjusting the heat if needed so they don’t scorch.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C) (though I prefer 175°F–185°F (79°C-85°C) for a more tender, old-fashioned texture).
  • Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with your favorite sides.
  • Let leftovers cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. These also freeze well. Place cooled thighs in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat skin-side up in an uncovered skillet on low with a splash of broth until warmed through. For crispy skin, once the broth has evaporated, flip the chicken, skin-side down, turn the heat to medium, and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Notes

Find this recipe and video at https://marysnest.com/how-to-make-easy-skillet-chicken-thighs-with-crispy-skin/

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mg
Keyword Comfort Food, crispy skin chicken, Dinner Recipe, Easy Chicken Recipe, How to Make Easy Skillet Chicken Thighs with Crispy Skin, skillet chicken thighs
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