Only four ingredients, and it couldnt be easier to make.

Let stand for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then pat dry with paper towels.

Heat a 12-inch ovenproof or cast-iron skillet over medium heat.

crispy chicken thighs with zucchini and shallots in a dutch oven

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Add the oil to the skillet and carefully swirl to coat.

Flip the chicken thighs and cook until the bottom side is browned, about 3 minutes.

Transfer the chicken from the skillet to a plate (the chicken will not be fully cooked).

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Add the shallots, cut side down, to the hot skillet.

Cook, undisturbed, until starting to brown and soften, about 2 minutes.

Add the dried zucchini, garlic, and thyme sprigs, if using.

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Cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is slightly softened, about 2 minutes.

Remove from the heat and place the chicken thighs on top of the zucchini mixture, skin-side-up.

Garnish with thyme leaves.

sliced and salted zucchini patted dry on paper towels for crispy chicken thighs with zucchini and shallots recipe

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Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

To re-crisp the chicken, heat it in an air fryer at 300F for 5 minutes.

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