One Pan Crispy Garlic Oregano Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

  • 1.2 lbs. skinless boneless chicken thighs (5 to 6)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp oregano leaves, split
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (or broth or water)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • Finely chopped parsley, optional

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine garlic powder, 1 tsp oregano, salt & pepper. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with the mixture.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place chicken in skillet smooth side down.
  3. Press down lightly with spatula. Cook for 5 minutes until deep golden and crispy.
  4. Turn and press lightly with spatula. Cook for 2 minutes. Drain excess fat from pan. Add garlic and butter, cook for 1 minute until garlic is light golden and it smells amazing.
  5. Add wine and 1 tsp oregano, then turn up heat. Stir around the chicken to dissolve golden bits stuck on the skillet into the wine. Simmer rapidly for 1 1/2 minutes or until alcohol smell evaporates.
  6. Remove from heat. Serve chicken with sauce.