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Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

Juicy and crispy baked lemon garlic chicken thighs bursting with fresh citrus and herb flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 lemon zest from 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Oven
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat chicken dry and place in baking dish.
  3. Mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, zest, and spices.
  4. Pour mixture over chicken evenly.
  5. Bake 35-40 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Broil 2-3 minutes for crispy skin.
  7. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Do not overcrowd the pan.