Braised Chicken Thighs

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These irresistible Braised Chicken Thighs are tender and juicy with a crispy skin and a flavorful lemon-garlic herb sauce. An easy one pan dinner that feels elegant but comes together effortlessly - perfect for cozy nights in!

Course Dinner, Main Course, Main Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword braise chicken thighs, braised chicken thighs

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Servings

Calories 327kcal

Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 chicken thighs bone-in skin-on
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 small yellow onion diced
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 lemons juiced
6 garlic cloves peeled and smashed OR minced
3 sprigs thyme
1 sprig rosemary
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat the oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
2 tablespoons olive oil
Season your chicken on both sides with the salt and pepper. Place the chicken skin down into the skillet and cook until the chicken skin browns. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional two minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
6 chicken thighs, 1 teaspoon fine sea salt, 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Add the onion to the skillet and cook until it has softened. Stir in the chicken stock, lemon juice, garlic cloves, thyme and rosemary.
1 small yellow onion, 2 cups low sodium chicken broth, 2 lemons, 6 garlic cloves, 3 sprigs thyme, 1 sprig rosemary
Add the chicken back in, skin side up. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the chicken is fall-apart tender. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Whisk the cornstarch into the pan over medium heat. Continue cooking until the sauce has thickened. Serve the chicken with the sauce and enjoy.
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Notes

Storage Information

Refrigerator: Braised Chicken Thighs should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
To Freeze: Cool completely and place chicken thighs in a freezer-safe container. Leave room for the sauce to expand in the container and freeze for up to 2 months. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
To Reheat: Place in an oven-safe dish and place in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Tools and Equipment (affiliate links): Braiser | Glass Mixing Bowls | Whisk

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