Description
Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs are a quick and flavorful dish that brings the zesty brightness of lemon and the warmth of pepper to your dinner table. With juicy, marinated chicken thighs cooked to perfection, this recipe transforms busy weeknight meals into delightful culinary experiences. Perfect for family gatherings or impressing guests, these easy-to-make thighs will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Place chicken in a zip-top bag or bowl and pour marinade over. Ensure all pieces are coated; marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F or grill to medium-high heat.
- Arrange chicken on a baking sheet skin-side up or on the grill. Bake for 35-40 minutes or grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for five minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 120mg