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Easy One-Pan Boneless Chicken Thighs with Burst Tomatoes and Basil

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A quick and easy one-pan recipe featuring juicy boneless chicken thighs cooked with burst cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs, skin-on
  • 1 pint (about 300g) cherry or grape tomatoes
  • A handful fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • 3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • ¼ cup (60ml) white wine or chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Pat the boneless chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides. (Approx. 5 minutes)
  2. Place your skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Let it warm until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Lay the chicken thighs skin-side down carefully in the pan. Don’t crowd the pan—work in batches if needed. Cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.
  4. Turn the chicken over and scatter the sliced garlic around the pan. Cook for another 3 minutes, allowing garlic to soften but not burn.
  5. Toss in the cherry tomatoes, gently pressing some with the back of a spoon to encourage bursting. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Pour in the white wine or chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to lift all those tasty browned bits.
  7. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C). Roast for 10-12 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the tomatoes have softened into a lovely sauce.
  8. Remove the pan from the oven, sprinkle fresh basil over the top, and squeeze lemon juice to brighten all the flavors.
  9. Spoon the chicken and tomatoes onto plates, spooning plenty of the pan sauce over. (Approx. total cook time 30 minutes)

Notes

Dry the chicken well to ensure crispy skin. Don’t move the chicken too soon while searing to develop a golden crust. Use a heavy-bottomed pan like cast iron or stainless steel for even heat. Add garlic after flipping the chicken to prevent burning. If you don’t have an oven-safe pan, transfer to a baking dish before roasting. For stovetop-only cooking, cover and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes after adding tomatoes.

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Keywords: one-pan chicken, boneless chicken thighs, burst tomatoes, basil, easy dinner, weeknight meal, quick chicken recipe

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