Description
Pan chicken recipes are the epitome of comfort food, combining juicy, marinated chicken with vibrant seasonings for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this dish features succulent chicken thighs seared to golden perfection and bathed in a rich sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. With minimal prep time and ingredients, you’ll impress your family and friends with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and herbs. Add chicken thighs and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat Up Your Pan: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sear the Chicken: Place marinated chicken in the pan and cook for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add Flavor: Pour in remaining marinade over chicken, cover, and simmer for an additional 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Rest Before Serving: Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg