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Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken Thighs Recipe Easy Garlic Herb Butter Delight

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This recipe delivers crispy, juicy chicken thighs with a golden parmesan crust and a rich garlic herb butter sauce, perfect for cozy dinners and quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900g)
  • 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese (about 100g), preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (about 50g), gluten-free panko can be used as substitute
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons mixed fresh herbs (thyme, parsley, rosemary), finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (60g), softened
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (60g)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Optional: fresh lemon juice for brightness

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. (About 5 minutes)
  2. Set up breading stations: place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in a second bowl, and combine grated parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper in a third bowl. (5 minutes)
  3. Dredge each chicken thigh first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into beaten eggs, and press firmly into the parmesan-panko mixture to coat well. (10 minutes)
  4. Heat olive oil in a cast-iron or heavy-bottomed oven-safe skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking. (3 minutes)
  5. Place chicken thighs skin side down in the skillet without overcrowding. Cook undisturbed for 6-7 minutes until crust is deep golden brown and releases easily. (7 minutes)
  6. Flip the chicken with tongs and transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C). Roast for 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). (20 minutes)
  7. While chicken roasts, combine softened butter with minced garlic and chopped herbs in a small bowl and mix well. (5 minutes)
  8. Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Spoon garlic herb butter over each thigh and serve immediately. (5 minutes)

Notes

Pat chicken dry to ensure crispiness. Press parmesan-panko mixture firmly to form a cohesive crust. Use a cast-iron skillet for best heat distribution and crust. Avoid flipping too early or too often to prevent crust from breaking. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness. Garlic herb butter can be prepared a day ahead and brought to room temperature before serving. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based alternative and parmesan with nutritional yeast.

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