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Garlic Mushrooms and Chicken Thighs

Garlic Mushrooms and Chicken Thighs
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Discover a comforting and flavorful dish featuring juicy, tender chicken thighs paired with savory garlic-infused mushrooms. This easy-to-make recipe combines simple ingredients and straightforward steps to create a rich, hearty meal perfect for any dinner occasion or meal prep, delivering restaurant-quality taste at home.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Mushrooms and Aromatics

  • 8 ounces fresh button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Herbs and Finishing

  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or chopped parsley
  • Juice of half a lemon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken thighs: Pat the chicken thighs dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure crispy skin. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear the chicken: Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes on the other side. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. Cook the mushrooms and garlic: In the same skillet, add a little more butter if needed. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes until they start to brown. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes more until fragrant, stirring regularly to avoid burning the garlic.
  4. Combine and simmer: Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them among the mushrooms. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and cook for 10 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  5. Finish with fresh herbs and lemon: Sprinkle fresh thyme or parsley over the dish just before serving. If desired, add a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavors and add a fresh lift.

Notes

  • Dry your chicken well to achieve crispy skin.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan to ensure mushrooms brown properly instead of steaming.
  • Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful results.
  • Add garlic late in the cooking process to prevent bitterness.
  • Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes after cooking to lock in juices.

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Keywords: garlic mushrooms, chicken thighs, easy dinner, comfort food, gluten free, skillet chicken, savory mushrooms, weeknight meal

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