Baked Garlic Lemon Pepper Chicken
A delicious and easy-to-make chicken dish that combines the zesty flavors of lemon and the aromatic essence of garlic.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 55 minutes mins
Course main
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 380 kcal
Chicken Thighs
- 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Trim any excess fat.
In a separate bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, black pepper, salt, dried thyme, and paprika. Mix well.
Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the marinated chicken thighs on the baking sheet, skin side up. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Calories: 380kcalProtein: 30gSodium: 800mg
Keyword baked, chicken, garlic, lemon, pepper