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Chicken Skin Butter

Charnine
Make your meals extra indulgent with this rich and savoury chicken skin butter. Perfect for slathering on warm brioche or crusty bread!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs skin-on
  • 225 g half a block unsalted butter
  • Sea salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken Skins

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Gently remove the skins from the chicken thighs and spread them flat on a large baking tray.
  • Sprinkle generously with sea salt and black pepper.

Roast the Skins

  • Bake the skins in the oven for 30–40 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Once cooked, remove the tray from the oven and place the crispy skins on a baking rack to cool.
  • Pour the rendered chicken fat from the tray into a small bowl and set aside.

Prepare the Butter

  • In a mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter until soft and creamy.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of the reserved chicken fat and ½ teaspoon of salt to the butter. Mix thoroughly.

Blend the Chicken Skins

  • Once cooled, blend the crispy chicken skins in a food processor until they are finely ground into small, crunchy pieces.

Combine

  • Fold the blended chicken skins into the butter mixture, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.

Shape and Chill

  • Lay a sheet of clingfilm on your countertop. Place the butter mixture in the center.
  • Fold the clingfilm over the butter, shaping it into a smooth cylinder by rolling and twisting the ends tightly.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.

Serving Suggestion:

  • Slice the chilled chicken skin butter and serve with warm brioche or crusty bread. This decadent spread is sure to be a hit at your table!
  • Enjoy!
Keyword butter, chicken, chicken skin butter