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Skillet Lemon Herb Almond Chicken Thighs

Skillet Lemon Herb Almond Chicken Thighs: A Flavorful Delight

This Skillet Lemon Herb Almond Chicken Thighs recipe is a delightful dish featuring juicy chicken thighs with crispy skin, zesty lemon, and nutty toasted almonds.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs skin-on, bone-in
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Flavor Development
  • 1 whole Lemon juice and slices
  • 1 bunch Fresh Thyme
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
For the Crunchy Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds toasted
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth gluten-free if necessary

Equipment

  • Oven-safe Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs thoroughly dry using paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  3. In a large, oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  4. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
  5. Flip the chicken thighs to the meat side, reduce heat to medium, and add minced garlic and thyme. Sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Squeeze the juice from half a lemon over the chicken and pour in chicken broth and honey or maple syrup. Stir to combine.
  7. Arrange lemon slices around the chicken and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
  8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. Let the chicken rest in the pan for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to not overcrowd the skillet when searing chicken thighs for ideal crispiness.

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