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Nigella Chicken Thighs Recipe – Simple, Succulent & Flavor-Rich

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These Nigella-style chicken thighs are pan-seared until golden, then simmered in a bright, savory lemon-garlic butter sauce with herbs. Simple, elegant, and full of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 4 garlic cloves, sliced

  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or white wine

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)

  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary

  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)

  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  • Pat chicken dry, season well. Sear skin-side down in hot oil until golden (5–7 mins). Flip and cook 2 mins more. Remove.

  • Sauté garlic in butter. Add lemon juice, zest, broth/wine, mustard, and herbs.

  • Return chicken to pan, skin-side up. Simmer covered for 25–30 mins until tender.

  • (Optional) Stir in cream during the last 5 mins.

  • Taste sauce, garnish, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Broil at end for crispier skin.

  • Great served with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

  • Can be made dairy-free or creamy.

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