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Crispy pan seared salt and pepper chicken thighs on a plate.

Crispy Pan Seared Salt and Pepper Chicken Thighs

Jenny
Juicy chicken thighs with crispy skin seasoned simply with salt and pepper and drizzled with lemon. A classic chicken recipe made in 25 minutes!
4.25 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Entrée
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 278 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 4 chicken thighs bone in skin on
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon

Instructions
 

  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. This will ensure a crispy skin.
  • Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, make sure to get under the skin too.
  • Heat a skillet on medium heat with canola oil. Sear the chicken thighs skin side down first for 10 minutes. Don't move the chicken.
  • Flip and cook for another 10 minutes or until cooked through at 165°F. If needed, cook the chicken again skin side down for a few more minutes to crisp up the skin. Serve with a drizzle of lemon juice.

Notes

  • Don't move the chicken. Once you place the chicken skin side down, let it sit there for 10 minutes for a hard sear to crisp up the skin. If you move it too early, you can tear the skin.
  • Season under the chicken skin for all around flavor.
  • Use a splatter screen to prevent the oil from going all over your kitchen.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 278kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 87mgPotassium: 232mgVitamin A: 88IUCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg
Keyword chicken, chicken thighs
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