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Turmeric Black Pepper Chicken on a plate with vegetables.

Turmeric Black Pepper Chicken

Tressa Jamil
Enjoy pan-seared turmeric black pepper chicken! The chicken thighs cook in one pan for 20 minutes, leaving plenty of time to prepare your sides.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 403 kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
  
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper, coarse ground
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
 
  • Warm the olive oil in a heavy-bottomed cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
  • Meanwhile, add salt, black pepper, and ground turmeric to a small bowl.
  • Pat dry the chicken thighs with a towel and coat them with the spices.
  • When the oil is shimmering, use tongs to place the chicken thighs in the pan skin side down and cook for 7 minutes. Flip and cook for 8-10 minutes with the lid on until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165℉ (73℃).
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low, and add the garlic and butter. Sauté for 1 minute to loosen up any stuck-on bits in the bottom of the pan. Move the chicken to one side, tilt the pan, and use a spoon to spoon the mixture over the chicken.
Notes
Expert Tips: 
  • Pat dry the chicken to achieve a nice, crispy golden brown skin.
  • Use tongs to place the chicken thighs in the pan away from you to prevent oil from splattering.
  • Basting the chicken thighs with garlic-infused butter distributes the garlic flavor evenly throughout the meat, resulting in juicy and delicious chicken.
Nutrition Disclosure:
  • The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 403 kcal | Carbohydrates: 2 g | Protein: 24 g | Fat: 33 g | Saturated Fat: 11 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14 g | Cholesterol: 157 mg | Sodium: 1320 mg | Potassium: 324 mg | Vitamin A: 293 IU | Vitamin C: 1 mg | Calcium: 22 mg | Iron: 1 mg
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