Description
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of oven-baked chicken thighs! This simple yet impressive dish features tender, juicy meat enveloped in crispy skin, making it the perfect choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With a zesty marinade of garlic, herbs, and lemon, you’ll create a mouthwatering aroma that will have everyone gathering around the table. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful recipe that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them. Massage the marinade into the meat.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden brown and juices run clear.
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg