Description
Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs are a delightful fusion of crispy skin and juicy meat, infused with zesty lemon and bold black pepper flavors. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make dish brings warmth to family dinners or gatherings with friends. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, you’ll create a culinary masterpiece that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 2 medium fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels for crispiness.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the marinade generously over each chicken thigh.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish skin-side up and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg