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Garlic Chicken with Hot Sauce

Juicy pan-seared chicken thighs in a rich, garlicky hot sauce with wilted greens. A quick, bold weeknight dinner that comes together in one skillet.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
35g
Garlic Chicken with Hot Sauce
comfortingsatisfyingAmericangluten-freedairy-freechickentenderjuicy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat the 1.5 lb chicken thighs dry and season both sides with the 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.

  3. Step 3

    Reduce heat to medium. Add the 6 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds, stirring constantly.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in the 0.5 cup chicken broth and 0.25 cup hot sauce, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Return the chicken to the skillet, turning to coat in the sauce. Cook until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce clings, about 3-4 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Add the 4 cups mixed greens to the skillet and toss until just wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Serve the chicken with the greens and extra sauce spooned on top.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

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