Jul 13 2026
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Crispy Chicken Thigh Recipe

Inspired by Aba
Time1h
Serves4

potato puree, aleppo, isot, cilantro, chili garlic vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Crispy Chicken Thighs

Potato Puree

Chili Garlic Vinaigrette

Method

Crispy Chicken Thighs

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, Aleppo pepper, and Isot pepper.

  2. 2

    Sear the Chicken

    In a large oven-proof skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear for 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.

  3. 3

    Bake the Chicken

    Flip the chicken thighs and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Potato Puree

  1. 4

    Cook the Potatoes

    Peel and cut the Russet potatoes into chunks. Place them in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

  2. 5

    Make the Puree

    Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Chili Garlic Vinaigrette

  1. 6

    Mix the Vinaigrette

    In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, and red chili flakes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in chopped cilantro.

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