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Crispy Brown Butter Chicken Thighs Recipe with Easy Roasted Vegetables

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This recipe features crispy chicken thighs cooked in nutty brown butter paired with caramelized roasted vegetables for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
  • 1/2 pound Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • A few sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: splash of lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the carrots, baby potatoes, and Brussels sprouts with olive oil, half the minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet or in an oven-safe skillet.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme leaves.
  4. In your skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Watch closely as it foams and starts to turn golden brown with a nutty aroma (3-5 minutes). Remove from heat just before it smokes.
  5. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the browned butter. Cook for about 6-8 minutes without moving them until the skin is deep golden and crispy.
  6. Flip the chicken and cook for another 3 minutes. Then transfer the skillet or chicken onto the baking sheet with the vegetables, skin side up.
  7. Roast everything together in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender and caramelized.
  8. In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle the remaining minced garlic over vegetables and chicken. After removing from the oven, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry to ensure crispiness. Brown butter carefully to avoid burning. Use a thermometer to check chicken doneness (165°F internal temperature). Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain crispiness. Rest chicken before slicing. Reheat leftovers in a skillet or oven to retain crispiness.

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Keywords: brown butter chicken, crispy chicken thighs, roasted vegetables, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food, gluten-free

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