Garlic Butter Lemon Chicken Thigh

A juicy chicken thigh seared and simmered in a rich margarine garlic lemon sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful main dish.

Steps

1. Season the chicken thigh with salt and pepper. 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. 3. Add the chicken thigh skin-side down and cook until the skin is crispy and golden, about 6-7 minutes. 4. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes. 5. Reduce heat to low, add margarine and minced garlic to the pan. 6. Spoon the melted margarine and garlic over the chicken, then add lemon juice and zest. 7. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. 8. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

1 chicken thigh (bone-in, skin-on) 1 tablespoon margarine 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 lemon (juice and zest) Salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon olive oil Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)