Description
Crispy, juicy chicken thighs bathed in a zesty lemon pepper marinade. A quick, effortless recipe with bold flavors perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons lemon zest
3 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C)
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, zest, lemon pepper seasoning, salt, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl
Pat chicken thighs dry and place skin-side up on a baking rack
Evenly coat thighs with marinade
Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes
Bake for 45-50 minutes or until skin is golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F
Rest for 5-10 minutes before serving
Notes
Boneless thighs can be used for a lighter version
For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes after baking
Marinate for up to 2 hours if preferred
Lemon pepper seasoning can be substituted with a mix of 1 tsp ground pepper and 1 tsp lemon zest
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Freeze cooked thighs for up to 3 months
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: chicken
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg