Oven-Roasted Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

- 8 boneless, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 lemons, zested and juiced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F.

2. Prepare the Marinade:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil. Whisk together until well combined.

3. Season the Chicken:
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin. Season both sides evenly with the kosher salt.

4. Marinate the Chicken:
Place the chicken thighs in the marinade. Toss to coat thoroughly, ensuring each piece is evenly covered. Let sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

5. Arrange on Baking Sheet:
Place the marinated chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

6. Roast in the Oven:
Roast in the preheated oven for 35 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

7. Rest and Serve:
Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps the juices redistribute, ensuring tender and juicy chicken.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT15M
15 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT35M
35 minutes

Total Time

- PT50M
50 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Oven-roasted chicken
- Lemon garlic chicken
- Chicken dinner
- Easy chicken recipe
- Crispy chicken thighs
- Lemon chicken thighs
- Garlic roasted chicken
- Quick dinner idea
- Savory chicken
- Family meal

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 1,600 total calories

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