Description
Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs are the perfect weeknight dish, transforming any dinner into a flavorful feast. Juicy, bone-in chicken thighs are infused with zesty lemon and invigorating black pepper, delivering an explosion of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing. This easy recipe requires minimal ingredients and is sure to impress your family and friends alike, making it a go-to favorite for both casual meals and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- Juice of 2 fresh lemons
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place in a bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and lemon zest; toss to coat evenly.
- Arrange chicken skin-side up in a baking dish without overcrowding.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and skin is golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg