Parmesan Garlic Chicken Thighs
Juicy chicken thighs with a crispy garlic-Parmesan crust, perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or meal prep. Simple to prepare and bake for a deliciously savory meal.
Equipment
- 1 oven-safe skillet large
- 1 oven preheated to 400°F
- 1 paper towels for drying chicken
Ingredients
- 8 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 to 2 garlic cloves minced
- optional: chopped fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Heat olive oil or melted butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet. Sear 5 to 7 minutes until skin is golden and crisp. Flip and cook 2 to 3 minutes more.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken and scatter the minced garlic around.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese crust is golden.
- Remove from oven and let rest a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end while watching carefully.
- Add lemon juice or red pepper flakes for a flavor boost.
- Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or salad.
- A blend of Parmesan and Pecorino cheese adds richer taste.