Easy Skillet Chicken Thighs Dinner with Super Crispy Skin!

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade chicken stock

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon cubes

Homemade stock is healthier, while bouillon cubes are budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat, while margarine is a cheaper alternative.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne pepper adds heat and is often less expensive.

Season chicken thighs with sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in an enamel cast iron skillet over medium heat until melted.

Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and cook for about 10 minutes until the skin is crispy.

Season the underside of the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes while cooking.

Flip the chicken thighs to cook the other side after 10 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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