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Skillet Chicken Thighs (Bone-in)

Crispy Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Thighs are always a hit with the family and are a mostly hands-off dinner that is ready in less than 30 minutes! They have a similar texture to fried chicken, but a much lighter choice. The skin becomes deliciously crispy while the meat underneath is moist and tender, perfect to pair with any side!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Amy Nash

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 6-8)
  • 1 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1-2 Tablespoons olive oil
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Instructions

  • Heat oven to 425℉ (218℃).  
  • Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towel. In a small bowl, combine the salt, garlic powder, and pepper, then sprinkle over the meat on both sides.
    2 1/2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, 1 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • In a cast-iron skillet, heat 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until hot. Place chicken thighs into the pan, skin side down and cover with a splatterguard. Cook without moving for 7-9 minutes so that the fat can render and the skin can get nice and crispy.
    1-2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • Once the chicken releases from the pan and has a nicely browned crust on the skin, flip the chicken pieces over using tongs. Transfer the skillet with the chicken to the oven and roast for 18-20 minutes until cooked through and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165℉ when tested with an instant read meat thermometer.  

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Notes

  • Because chicken thighs can vary pretty significantly in size, you may need to adjust cooking times in the oven for larger or smaller thighs.  

Nutrition

Calories: 562kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 236mg | Sodium: 767mg | Potassium: 506mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.02g | Vitamin A: 189IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 2mg

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