Parmesan Garlic Chicken Thighs
Tender chicken thighs with a crispy garlic-Parmesan crust, quick to prepare and perfect for flavorful weeknight meals or meal prep.
Equipment
- 1 large oven-safe skillet
Ingredients
- 8 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 to 2 garlic cloves minced
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Preheat oven to 400°F and heat olive oil or melted butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place chicken skin-side down in skillet and sear until skin is golden and crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Flip chicken and cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes on the other side.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan evenly over the chicken and scatter minced garlic around the thighs.
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and cheese crust is golden.
- Let the chicken rest a few minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley or basil and serving warm.
Notes
- For crispier skin, broil 1 to 2 minutes at end, watch carefully.
- Add lemon juice or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- Pair with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
- Mix Parmesan with pecorino cheese for richer taste.