Registry-Style Hidden File Chicken

Name: Registry-Style Hidden File Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 21 min
Total time: 36 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 oz chicken thighs; 2 tbsp olive oil; 4, minced garlic cloves; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tbsp lemon zest; 3 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup chicken stock

A savory chicken dish with a hidden layer of aromatic herbs beneath the crispy skin, inspired by the registry tweaks for file visibility.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 21 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

12 oz chicken thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
4, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tbsp lemon zest
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 cup chicken stock

Instructions

Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels; season both sides with 1 tsp dried thyme and 1 tbsp lemon zest.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken skin-side down, pressing gently to ensure even contact, and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Step 3: Flip chicken, add minced garlic to the skillet, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle 3 tbsp all-purpose flour over chicken, stirring constantly to coat, then pour in 1/2 cup chicken stock while scraping up any browned bits.
Step 4: Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally, allowing the hidden thyme and lemon flavors to infuse.