Description
Succulent garlic mushroom chicken thighs bring robust Mediterranean flavors to dinner tables. Rich herbs and tender ingredients combine into a hearty meal that satisfies palates with complex, savory profiles you can enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (700g) boneless skinless chicken thighs (around 6–8 fillets)
- 8 oz (250g) sliced brown mushrooms
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tbsp minced garlic)
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- 0.5 tsp dried rosemary
- 0.5 to 1 tsp dried thyme (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 to 1 tsp dried rosemary (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Thoroughly dry chicken thighs using paper towels, trimming excess fat for a clean presentation. Create a potent seasoning blend combining onion powder, garlic powder, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Searing: Heat a large skillet over medium-high with oil. Carefully place seasoned chicken thighs, allowing each side to develop a rich golden-brown crust, cooking approximately 8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches desired doneness.
- Mushroom Infusion: Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter and introduce sliced mushrooms, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté until mushrooms become tender and release their natural moisture.
- Herbal Enhancement: Add minced garlic, fresh parsley, thyme, and rosemary to the mushroom base. Quickly stir to prevent burning, allowing herbs to release their aromatic essence.
- Final Assembly: Return chicken thighs to the pan, gently nestling them into the mushroom mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve immediately while the dish remains piping hot and succulent.
Notes
- Dry Chicken Thoroughly: Use paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crispy, golden-brown exterior that locks in juicy flavor.
- Season Generously: Create a robust spice blend with onion and garlic powder, dried herbs, salt, and pepper to infuse deep, complex flavors into every bite.
- Achieve Perfect Sear: Cook chicken over medium-high heat until golden-brown, developing a delicious crust that seals in moisture and creates irresistible texture.
- Master Herb Timing: Add fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, and rosemary at the right moment to prevent burning and maximize their aromatic essence in the mushroom sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 362
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 574mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 122mg