Description
Savory Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs are a delightful weeknight dinner option, perfect for busy evenings. With juicy, tender chicken thighs marinated in zesty lemon and aromatic spices, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavor. Serve it alongside rice or fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 2 fresh lemons (zest and juice)
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse chicken thighs under cold water and pat dry.
- Zest one lemon and squeeze juice from both lemons into a bowl.
- Combine olive oil, lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl; add chopped herbs.
- Coat chicken thighs in the marinade using a large bowl or zip-top bag.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer skillet to the oven; bake for 20-25 minutes until juices run clear when pierced. Let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg