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Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

Juicy oven-baked chicken thighs infused with fresh lemon, garlic, and herbs for a simple yet flavorful dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 6 bone-in chicken thighs skin-on
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 lemons juiced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish or skillet
  • Tongs
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry and place in a baking dish.
  3. Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and seasonings to create marinade.
  4. Coat chicken thoroughly and arrange skin-side up.
  5. Pour chicken broth around the chicken.
  6. Bake 35–45 minutes until cooked through and skin is crispy.
  7. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Marinate chicken for a few hours for deeper flavor.