5 from 46 votes
Crispy Lemon Chicken Thighs
Crispy Lemon Chicken Thighs are roasted bone-in, skin-on thighs marinated in olive oil, garlic, lemon juice and zest, and dried oregano. The marinade enhances flavor while the high oven temperature crisps the skin. Roasting on a rack allows excess fat to drain, promoting a crisp bottom. This recipe yields juicy, flavorful chicken with bright citrus notes complemented by garlic and herbs, making it a straightforward main course for dinner.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
351 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken thighs approx. 5 to 6 ounces each, bone-in, skin-on
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lemon juiced and zested, extra for serving if desired
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a pan with foil and place a baking rack on top (the rack is optional but helps the bottom crisp).
- Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Toss well to combine and refrigerate at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Place the chicken thighs on the rack and roast 35-40 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Broil 2-3 minutes to crisp if desired. Serve with additional lemon wedges.
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Notes
- Using a rack helps crisp the chicken's bottom skin but is optional.
- Season the chicken generously with salt for full flavor.
- Substitute lemon pepper seasoning for salt to add more lemony spice.
- For chicken breasts, adjust roasting time to 24-27 minutes at 400°F.
- Split chicken breasts can be roasted at 425°F for 40-50 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Calories
351
(18%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
26g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Cholesterol
142mg
(47%)
Sodium
112mg
(5%)
Potassium
296mg
(6%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
113IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
19mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 351
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 351 | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 142mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 112mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 296mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 113IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.