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Crispy Pan-Seared Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs Easy Homemade Recipe with White Wine Sauce

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This recipe delivers perfectly crispy chicken thighs with a bright lemon herb flavor and a silky white wine sauce. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/3 cup dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons cold butter, cubed

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped thyme and rosemary, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken thighs. Let them sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes until hot.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pan and swirl to coat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down gently; they should sizzle immediately. Press lightly with tongs to keep skin flat. Cook without moving for 7-9 minutes until skin is deep golden and crispy.
  4. Flip the chicken thighs and reduce heat to medium. Cook for another 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) or juices run clear.
  5. Remove chicken to a plate and tent with foil to rest. Pour off excess fat from the pan, leaving about 1 tablespoon.
  6. Pour in white wine and chicken broth, scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon. Let sauce simmer and reduce for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Turn off heat and whisk in cold butter cubes one at a time until sauce is silky and smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Spoon white wine sauce over chicken thighs and garnish with extra fresh herbs or lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

For juicier chicken, avoid overcooking and let it rest before serving. If skin isn’t crispy enough, broil for 1-2 minutes watching closely. Use bone-in, skin-on thighs for best texture. Substitute white wine with extra chicken broth and lemon juice for non-alcoholic version. Pat chicken dry before cooking to ensure crispiness.

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Keywords: chicken thighs, crispy chicken, lemon herb chicken, white wine sauce, pan-seared chicken, easy dinner, weeknight meal

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