Seared Chicken Thighs in Garlic & Herb Sauce

Instructions

1. 1
   Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. 2
   Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 6–8 minutes until golden. Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
3. 3
   Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining butter, then stir in garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
4. 4
   Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2–3 minutes. Stir in cream and lemon zest (if using), and simmer another minute.
5. 5
   Return chicken thighs (skin-side up) to the skillet, spoon sauce over, cover, and cook on low for 12–15 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
6. 6
   Sprinkle with chopped parsley, spoon sauce over each thigh, and serve immediately.