Crispy Chicken with Lime Butter
MAINS · 55 MIN · EASY

Crispy Chicken with Lime Butter

Calories
389
Protein
21g
Carbs
3g
Fat
32g

Ingredients

4
  • 4 Chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Neutral oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 120 ml Chicken stock
  • 2 tbsp Lime juice wedges
  • 2 tsp Maple syrup
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted butter cold
  • Fresh herbs optional
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Method

13 steps · 55 min
  1. Step 1

    Pat the chicken thighs dry.

  2. Step 2

    Season the chicken with salt and pepper and let it sit for 10 to 30 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Heat a large skillet over medium heat with oil.

  4. Step 4

    Add the chicken skin-side down and cook undisturbed until the skin is deeply golden and crisp, adjusting the heat as needed.

  5. Step 5

    Add the garlic to the pan.

  6. Step 6

    Flip the chicken and cook until cooked through.

  7. Step 7

    Transfer the chicken to a plate.

  8. Step 8

    Remove all but 3 tablespoons of fat from the pan.

  9. Step 9

    Add the chicken stock, lime juice, and maple syrup to the pan.

  10. Step 10

    Season the sauce.

  11. Step 11

    Bring the sauce to a simmer and reduce by half.

  12. Step 12

    Whisk in the butter until the sauce is glossy and thick.

  13. Step 13

    Serve the chicken with the sauce, lime wedges, and fresh herbs.

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