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Amazing Forgotten Chicken

Amazing Forgotten Chicken
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Amazing Forgotten Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs seasoned with paprika, garlic, fresh herbs, and a bright splash of lemon juice. Ready in under an hour, this recipe delivers crispy skin and tender meat with minimal effort, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Its versatility and rich flavor profile make it a favorite that pairs well with a variety of sides and is great for leftovers.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasonings

  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Cooking Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary

Finishing Touch

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel to ensure crisp skin during cooking. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and paprika. Let them rest for about 10 minutes to soak up the flavors.
  2. Heat the Pan: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Wait until the oil shimmers but is not smoking—this ensures the chicken skin will sear perfectly without sticking.
  3. Sear the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the pan. Let them cook without moving for 6 to 8 minutes to develop a golden, crispy crust. Flip and cook the other side for 4 to 5 minutes.
  4. Add Garlic and Herbs: Add crushed garlic cloves and sprigs of thyme or rosemary to the pan. Spoon the flavorful oil over the chicken as it finishes cooking. This step layers in aromatic notes that elevate the dish.
  5. Finish with Lemon: Turn off the heat and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken. Toss in a pinch more salt if needed and cover the pan to let the residual heat meld everything together for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Dry the skin thoroughly before seasoning to achieve the crispiest chicken skin.
  • Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook the thighs in batches if necessary to maintain even browning and heat.
  • Using bone-in, skin-on thighs helps keep the chicken juicy throughout cooking.
  • Let the chicken rest after cooking to seal in juices and enhance tenderness.
  • Save the pan juices as a flavorful drizzle or dip to enrich the plated dish.

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Keywords: chicken thighs, easy chicken recipe, gluten free chicken, pan seared chicken, lemon chicken, paprika chicken

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