Sear-Grilled Chicken Thighs with Lemon-Dill Butter

Juicy chicken thighs with a golden crust, finished with a bright lemon-dill butter sauce that melts into every bite.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 14 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

• 12 oz chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp fresh dill
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add chicken skin-side down and cook for 8 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
3. Step 3: Flip thighs and cook for 6 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 165°F (use a meat thermometer), then transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp fresh dill, and 2 tbsp butter in a small bowl until smooth.
5. Step 5: Slice rested chicken and drizzle generously with lemon-dill butter, allowing sauce to coat each piece before serving.