HOW TO MAKE CRISPY CHICKEN THIGHS!

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: fresh cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Dried parsley is more cost-effective and has a longer shelf life.

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Trim excess fat from chicken thighs using kitchen shears.

Boil 2 cups of water for the brine.

Slice lemon and add to the bowl with chicken.

Add 1 tablespoon of peppercorn, bay leaves, thyme, sage, garlic, kosher salt, and sugar to the boiling water.

Whisk the brine mixture until salt and sugar dissolve, then let it cool.

Add room temperature water to the brine mixture and mix.

Submerge chicken in the brine, cover, and refrigerate for up to 12 hours.

After brining, remove chicken and pat dry with paper towels.

Transfer chicken to a dry bowl and season with creole seasoning blend, garlic powder, Himalayan pink salt, and freshly cracked black pepper.

Cover the bowl and toss to ensure chicken is evenly seasoned.

Heat a cast iron or stainless steel pan with avocado oil over high heat.

Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes until crispy, then flip.

Transfer the pan to an oven preheated to 375°F (190°C).

Bake for 25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

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