Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 tbsp hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
1 tbsp ranch seasoning mix (garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, salt, pepper)
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for thicker sauce)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
In a bowl, whisk hot sauce, buttermilk, ranch seasoning, vinegar, and melted butter for a marinade
Coat chicken thighs evenly with marinade and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours
Pan-sear thighs in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side until golden
Transfer to a baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes, brushing with remaining marinade in the last 5 minutes
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Adjust hot sauce to taste for spiciness
Use store-bought ranch seasoning mix if preferred
For a dairy-free option, substitute buttermilk with plain yogurt
Chicken can be grilled instead of baked for smoky flavor
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Cozy Chicken
- Method: Baking and Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg