Quick and Easy Crispy Chicken Thighs Recipe

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber; cornmeal gives a crunch.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth without high cost.

Marinate the chicken thighs with olive oil, soy sauce, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, honey, and lemon juice.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add the marinated chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until crispy and cooked through.

Garnish with chopped green onion before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

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