Chicken thighs recipe like you’ve never seen before!

These Lemon Garlic Chicken Drumettes are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish. The chicken is seasoned and seared to perfection, then simmered in a rich sauce of garlic, lemon juice, and herbs. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual gathering.

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Ingredients:

Ingredient Quantity
Chicken drumettes 2 pounds
Olive oil 3 tablespoons
Salt and pepper To taste
Garlic powder 1 teaspoon
Garlic, minced 4 cloves
Chicken broth 1/2 cup
Fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup
Lemon zest 1 tablespoon
Dried thyme 1 teaspoon
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) To taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Chicken:

    • In a bowl, combine chicken drumettes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat.
  2. Sear Chicken:

    • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Add drumettes and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
    • Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Make Lemon Garlic Sauce:

    • Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for 1 minute until fragrant.
    • Add chicken broth and lemon juice. Scrape up any browned bits.
    • Stir in lemon zest and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Simmer Drumettes:

    • Return drumettes to skillet.
    • Reduce heat to medium-low.
    • Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
  5. Garnish and Serve:

    • Garnish with chopped parsley.
    • Serve hot with sauce.

Enjoy!

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