Description
Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs are a mouthwatering delight that perfectly combines zesty lemon and aromatic black pepper, resulting in juicy, tender chicken. This easy-to-make dish elevates any dinner experience, making it ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at gatherings. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and time again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, and garlic powder. Coat the chicken thighs with this mixture.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- For extra crispiness, broil for the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve garnished with chopped parsley alongside your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg