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Flavorful Brown Butter Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe with Roasted Broccoli

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A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring juicy chicken thighs cooked in a rich brown butter honey garlic sauce, paired with crispy roasted broccoli. This comforting dish balances sweet, savory, and nutty flavors for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (60 grams)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 4 cups broccoli florets (about 300 grams), fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil.
  2. Toss the broccoli florets in 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet in a single layer and set aside.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 tablespoons unsalted butter and let it melt, swirling occasionally. Brown the butter until golden with a nutty aroma, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat before it burns.
  5. Add minced garlic to the browned butter and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down into the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes without moving until the skin is deeply golden and crisp. Flip and cook the other side for 4-5 minutes.
  7. Lower the heat and stir in 3 tablespoons honey and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice. Add red pepper flakes if using. Spoon the sauce over the chicken to coat evenly.
  8. Place the baking sheet with broccoli in the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until edges are crispy and florets are tender.
  9. Transfer the skillet with chicken and sauce to the oven (or transfer chicken to an oven-safe dish and pour sauce over) and roast for 10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  10. Remove chicken and broccoli from the oven. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to lock in juices. Spoon extra sauce from the pan over the chicken and broccoli before serving.

Notes

Dry chicken skin thoroughly before cooking to ensure crispiness. Use a heavy skillet for even browning. If skillet is not oven-safe, transfer chicken and sauce to an oven-safe dish before roasting. Roast broccoli at high heat for caramelized edges and tender-crisp texture. Rest chicken after cooking to lock in juices. For dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil but expect different flavor.

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