Description
Garlic Butter Oven Baked Chicken Thighs: A simple and flavorful recipe for a quick weeknight dinner. Enjoy tender chicken thighs with a rich garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
- 4-6 Chicken Thighs
- 4 tbsp Butter, melted
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Dried Thyme
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish.
- Pour garlic butter mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- You can add other herbs and spices to the garlic butter mixture, such as oregano, rosemary, or chili flakes.
- Serve with your favorite sides, like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American