Lemon Herb Gluten Free Chicken Skillet
This naturally gluten-free Lemon Herb Chicken Skillet brings together golden, crispy chicken, fresh herbs, garlic, and a vibrant lemon sauce in a one-pan meal that's nourishing, nostalgic, and perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
Equipment
- large skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp ghee or butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 shallot finely chopped
- 1 lemon juice and zest
- 0.5 cup chicken broth gluten-free
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil and ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken skin-side down and sear for 7–8 minutes until golden. Flip and cook another 4–5 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and shallot to the same skillet and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in lemon juice and chicken broth. Stir in lemon zest, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Scrape up any brown bits from the skillet bottom.
- Return chicken to skillet, skin-side up. Spoon sauce over top. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Uncover and simmer 5 more minutes to reduce sauce slightly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and more lemon zest if desired. Serve hot with your favorite gluten-free sides.
Notes
This dish pairs beautifully with gluten-free bread, roasted vegetables, or grains like quinoa or rice. For a creamy variation, stir in 2 tablespoons of coconut cream or dairy-free yogurt just before serving. Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months for easy meal prep.
Nutrition
Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 26gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 370mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 140IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.3mg
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