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These crispy pan roasted chicken thighs are super easy, crispy, and delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes so they’re perfect for weeknight dinners!
Who needs a new, elevated chicken recipe that’s done all in 1 pan and ready in 30 minutes?
These crispy pan roasted chicken thighs are the perfect weeknight meal and a total crowd pleaser!
The chicken skin gets super crispy, while the dark meat stays ultra juicy.
And the best part about these chicken thighs is that you let the pan do all the work for you.
No fussing, no flipping, nada.
You’ll love how easy and delicious these crispy pan roasted chicken thighs are!
Ingredients for crispy pan roasted chicken thighs
- Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs – Both the bone and the skin help keep these chicken thighs juicy and delicious.
- Coconut oil – Coconut oil can hold up to high cooking temperatures.
- Salt and pepper – It seems simple, but super important to help bring out the flavors in our chicken thighs.
Tips for making successful crispy chicken thighs
Step 1
You will need chicken skin to make crispy pan roasted chicken thighs; so leave that skin on!
Step 2
Make sure you season your chicken thighs well. Don’t be afraid of that salt and pepper!
Step 3
Put your chicken thighs, skin-side down in your skillet, and leave them alone.
Do not touch them.
You need to give the chicken time for the skin to evenly render out its fat and get crispy without you poking and prodding it.
Step 4
Monitor your heat!
If you notice anything starting to smoke or smell like burning, simply dial back on your heat.
Alternative oils
If you can’t use coconut oil, some great alternatives are corn, safflower, or avocado.
All these oils have high smoke points, which means they can withstand high temperatures.
Other seasonings
I’ve decided to use salt and pepper here, but feel free to use lemon pepper, cajun seasoning, or any favorite spice rub.
Just remember to monitor your heat so nothing burns.
Storage and leftovers
These chicken thighs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating is as simple as putting them in a pan on the stove, skin-side down on medium-low heat, for 5-7 minutes or until heated thoroughly. This will gently re-crisp the skin and warm the chicken throughout.
These crispy pan roasted chicken thighs are also pretty tasty cold out of the fridge.
More chicken thigh recipes
- Craving something spicy? Try my Chili Mango Lime Grilled Chicken Thighs
- Need something with easy cleanup? Try my Sheet Pan Garlic Lemon Chicken
- Love fall flavors? Try my Maple Ginger Chicken Thighs
- Looking for sweet and spicy? Try my Honey Spiced Glazed Chicken
- Want to use your
air fryer ? Try my Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Crispy Pan Roasted Chicken Thighs
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- Kosher salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Layout chicken thighs and trim off any extra skin.
- Cover the skin of the chicken with the desired amount of kosher salt and black pepper.
- Over medium heat, set an 8-inch oven-safe skillet and add coconut oil.
- Let the oil melt and get hot.
- Once the oil is hot add chicken into the skillet, skin side down. The oil needs to be hot enough so that when you place the chicken into the oil it sizzles.
- Let the chicken cook for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes place the chicken in the oven for another 5 minutes.
- After 5 minutes flip the chicken and cook for another 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before devouring.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This is one of my very favorite chicken recipes! So delicious!
These look delicious! Thanks for sharing!
This recipe is outstanding. I have been cooking chicken thighs following your recipe exactly for years now, and have never been disappointed. Different stoves, different ovens – always fantastic! Thanks.
This is an awesome recipe, the thighs came out so crispy and the meat so tender, I’ll be making these again soon! Thank you!
This chicken has become a staple of ours. We use an All-Clad stainless steel pan on an electric stove and follow your directions to the letter (including the coconut oil). It is FANTASTIC every time.
The only time it didn’t work was when we tried to modify it from your original recipe. Shame on us.
This is an awesome recipe that has withstood the test of time (since original post, I mean). Thank you!
Thank you so much Heidi! I’m so happy your whole family loves this dish!
I’ve made this 4 or 5 times now because it was such a hit in my house. Honestly (and don’t hate on me) I didn’t really like chicken thighs until I found this recipe!
Made this last night and it was amazing! The slin was so crispy! 🤩
I’ve been making this for some time, and it’s one of my husband and my favorite dinners! We think it’s as good as (but much healthier than) fried chicken! Thank you for this recipe!
I have been making this chicken for years. It is my husband’s favorite chicken. So simple and healthier than breaded chicken. It pairs with virtually any side. Follow the simple recipe and you won’t fail in making juicy, crispy chicken.
We make this at least 4x a month. It’s is the best chicken thighs recipe 😋. I have to keep my kids from eating all the skins off each piece. They are so crispy and delicious. If yiu haven’t tried it yet, you must!!!!
Hi Tia – I’m so glad you love it! It is a favorite in our house too!