Description
Juicy, flavorful chicken thighs with crispy skin, infused with lemon and garlic. Perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Lemon slices (for garnish)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and paprika.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel; place them in a baking dish.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs and rub it in thoroughly.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side up, and arrange lemon slices around them.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is crispy and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Patting the chicken dry is crucial for getting that crispy skin. Marinate overnight for richer flavors if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg