These Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with rich garlic butter flavor. Served with creamy mashed sweet potatoes and a fresh cucumber salad, this easy family dinner comes together with simple ingredients and is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something wholesome and satisfying.
Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potato Mash
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs Chicken Thighs
- 2 large Sweet Potatoes Peeled and Cubed
- 3 TBSP Butter
- 2 TBSP Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Pepper
Instructions
- Place sweet potatoes into a pot and cover with water. Add ½ tsp salt.
- Bring to a boil and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Pat chicken thighs dry and add 1 tsp of salt and ½ tsp of pepper to both sides.
- Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a skillet on medium high heat and add in the thighs. Sear both sides and cook through. Remove and set on a plate while you finish the rest of the recipe.
- Drain the potatoes. Mash and add in 1 tbsp of butter and salt and pepper to taste.
- Add butter and garlic to a pan, melt and add back in the chicken to coat.