Perfect Pan Seared Chicken Thighs

Protein, Cooking Method

By the time I quit dieting I was SICK of chicken breasts. This chicken thigh cooking method helped me fall in love with chicken again. Healthy eating doesn't have to mean dry and flavorless food. 

Get my favorite chicken seasoning here!

Ingredients

• Chicken Thighs, bone in, skin on
• Favorite Seasoning
• Avocado Oil
• (Oven safe pan)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425º
2. Dry chicken thighs with a paper towel and season generously....

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

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