Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs
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Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs
Description
This recipe combines bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with a marinade of lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, honey, fresh parsley, and a seasoning mix including lemon pepper, red pepper flakes, garlic and onion powders, salt, and optional chicken bouillon seasoning. The marinade infuses the chicken with tangy and savory notes balanced by a touch of sweetness from the honey.
After marinating for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight, the chicken is topped with thin lemon slices and baked at 375°F. The cooking results in crispy skin and juicy meat, flavored through the blend of spices and citrus. Resting the chicken allows juices to redistribute before serving.
The thighs can be served hot alongside preferred side dishes, complementing the zesty and savory profile. Garnishing with additional parsley adds freshness. The recipe offers a classic approach to lemon pepper chicken with layered flavors from the marinade components.
Ingredients
- 6 Bone-in chicken thighs Skin on
- 1/2 juice lemon
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoon parsley
- 1 tablespoon honey
- lemon zest
spices
- 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon seasoning optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together spices, oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley and honey.
- Coat the bone-in chicken thighs with the marinade until fully incorporated. Marinate for 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Slice a lemon into thin rounds, and place them on top of the chicken.
- Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes at 375°F, or until the chicken is fully cooked
- Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the oven, and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish the chicken with chopped parsley, and serve hot with your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 345kcal | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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