Baked Garlic Lemon Rosemary Chicken
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
8 Servings
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Calories
206 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Garlic Lemon Rosemary Chicken
Description
Baked Garlic Lemon Rosemary Chicken combines skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs with a marinade of lemon zest and juice, fresh minced garlic, chopped rosemary, avocado oil, onion powder, and sea salt, which permeate the meat with bright citrus and herbal notes. The chicken is marinated at least an hour to allow flavors to meld.
Cooking involves baking at 375°F initially to gently cook the chicken, then raising the temperature to 425°F to crisp the skin and deepen the color. This two-step process helps achieve a balance between moist, tender flesh and a desirable crispy exterior. The avocado oil aids in browning and moisture retention.
The resulting chicken thighs are flavorful and versatile, suitable to serve alongside a wide range of vegetables, grains, or salads. This preparation highlights fresh herbs and lemon, creating a dish with bright, aromatic character without overpowering the natural chicken flavor.
Ingredients
- 3.5 to 4 lbs chicken thighs bone-in; skin on
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1 lemon zested
- 3 Tbsp lemon juice fresh
- 3 Tbsp garlic minced, fresh
- 2 Tbsp rosemary minced, fresh
- 1 ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt sea salt
Instructions
- Transfer all of the ingredients to a large zip lock back and seal. Shake the bag around well until the ingredients are well-distributed over the chicken.
- Marinate at least 1 hour, up to 8.
- When you’re ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and transfer the chicken to a large casserole dish.
- Bake for 35 minutes, then raise the oven temperature to 425 degrees F and bake another 20 to 30 minutes, or until the skin reaches desired level of crisp.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes, and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 206 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1of 8 | |
| Calories | 206kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Sodium | 488mg | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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