Description
Grilled Bobby Flay chicken thighs deliver bold Mediterranean flavors with tangy marinade and perfectly charred edges. Herb-infused meat promises a delicious meal that satisfies hungry diners seeking authentic, sizzling cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 tbsp (15 g) butter
- ½ cup (120 ml) chicken broth
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) heavy cream
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preparation: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels to eliminate excess moisture, promoting a crisp exterior during cooking.
- Seasoning: Create a robust spice blend using paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Thoroughly massage the seasoning across both sides of the chicken thighs, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Searing: Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high temperature until the surface shimmers. Carefully position chicken thighs skin-side down, allowing the skin to develop a golden-brown, crispy crust for 5-6 minutes.
- Cooking: Flip chicken thighs and continue cooking for 8-10 minutes, monitoring internal temperature until it reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius). Remove from skillet and set aside on a clean plate.
- Sauce Creation: In the same pan, quickly sauté minced garlic, diced onions, and butter to release aromatic flavors. Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, dried herbs, and red pepper flakes. Gradually incorporate heavy cream, stirring to create a smooth, slightly thickened sauce over 5 minutes.
- Finishing: Reintroduce chicken thighs to the pan, gently nestling them into the creamy sauce. Warm thoroughly to ensure even temperature distribution and maximum flavor infusion.
- Serving: Transfer chicken and sauce to a serving plate, adding a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, fresh garnish.
Notes
- Moisture Management: Pat chicken legs completely dry to achieve a perfectly crispy exterior that locks in juicy flavors.
- Seasoning Pro Tip: Massage spice blend thoroughly into chicken skin to ensure deep, even flavor penetration and maximum taste impact.
- Skin Searing Technique: Allow chicken to develop a golden-brown crust without moving, creating a crisp texture that seals in moisture and enhances overall taste.
- Sauce Finishing Secret: Create a luxurious cream sauce by reducing heat slowly and stirring carefully, which prevents separation and ensures a silky smooth consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg