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Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Oven-Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Author: Rika
319kcal
4.9 from 46 votes
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Prep 10 minutes
Cook 35 minutes
Here's a delicious lemon pepper chicken thighs recipe—a simple, oven-baked dish perfect for stress-free weeknight dinners. This roasted lemon pepper chicken thighs recipe is hearty and comforting. The chicken thighs turn out perfectly every time, making it a fail-proof and easy chicken recipe.
Servings 4
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs (bone-in and skin-on) - about 1¾ pounds total
Spice Blend:
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • ¾ teaspoon dried oregano (or use Italian seasoning or thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (use ¾ teaspoon if you are salt-sensitive)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Method

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine all of the spice blend ingredients and mix well. Season the chicken thighs with the spice blend. Marinate the chicken in the fridge for 30 minutes if possible.
  3. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  4. Place the chicken, skin side up on a prepared baking sheet. Cook for about 35-45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through, is no longer pink, and until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Nutrition

Calories319kcalCarbohydrates3gProtein19gFat26gSaturated Fat6gCholesterol111mgSodium669mgPotassium232mgFiber1gSugar1gVitamin A88IUVitamin C4mgCalcium16mgIron1mg

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Notes

Storing: Properly stored, the leftover cooked chicken can last 3-4 days in the fridge or up to 6 months. Be sure to keep the refrigerator temperature at or below 40° F (4° C). The freezer temperature should be 0° F (-18° C). 
 
 

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