How to Make Crispy Chicken Thighs in A Skillet

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Drumsticks are often less expensive.

Take chicken thighs out of the refrigerator and let them sit for 30 minutes before cooking.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).

Heat a cast iron skillet on the stove.

Add chicken thighs skin side down to the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes without moving them until they are golden brown and crispy.

Flip the chicken thighs over and sear the other side briefly.

Place the skillet with the chicken thighs in the preheated oven.

Bake the chicken thighs for 20-30 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Optional: Sprinkle fresh rosemary on top of the chicken before baking.

Let the chicken rest after removing it from the oven to allow the juices to settle.

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