Skillet Roasted Garlic Pepper Chicken with Lemon Herb Sauce

Skillet Roasted Garlic Pepper Chicken with Lemon Herb Sauce

If you're looking for a weeknight dinner that's bold, juicy, and incredibly easy, this is it. Our Wisconsin 26 Roasted Garlic Pepper Spice does all the heavy lifting — delivering deep, savory garlic flavor with a perfectly cracked pepper kick in every bite. A hit of lemon zest brightens everything up, and the pan sauce? You'll want to put it on everything.

Ingredients

  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Wisconsin 26 Roasted Garlic Pepper Spice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

For the Pan Sauce

  • 1 shallot, finely minced
  • ½ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3–4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Wisconsin 26 Roasted Garlic Pepper Spice
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels — this is the secret to crispy skin.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and rub generously with Wisconsin 26 Roasted Garlic Pepper Spice, salt, and lemon zest on all sides.
  4. Place skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet or oven-safe skillet.
  5. Roast for 35–40 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Transfer chicken to a plate to rest. Place the pan over medium heat on the stovetop.
  7. Add shallot and garlic to the pan drippings and sauté 1–2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  8. Pour in white wine and scrape up all the browned bits from the bottom — that's pure flavor. Add thyme sprigs and let reduce by half, about 2 minutes.
  9. Add chicken broth and lemon juice. Simmer another 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  10. Remove thyme, then whisk in cold butter one cube at a time until the sauce is glossy and rich. Season with Roasted Garlic Pepper Spice and salt to taste.
  11. Spoon generously over chicken, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions

Serve alongside roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of that pan sauce. This dish is equally impressive for a dinner party or a Tuesday night.

Shop Wisconsin 26 Roasted Garlic Pepper Spice and keep it on hand for everything from grilled steaks to roasted veggies.

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