Description
Baked Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs are a flavorful and juicy dish that combines zesty lemon and fresh herbs for an easy weeknight dinner or a special gathering. Enjoy the simplicity of this delightful recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, lemon zest, thyme, and rosemary.
- Place chicken thighs in a large bowl or zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them, ensuring even coverage.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 4 hours in the fridge.
- Transfer marinated chicken to a baking dish skin-side up and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and juices run clear.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg