Description
Simple and flavorful chicken thighs coated in a zesty blend of garlic, lemon, and herbs, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Coat the chicken thighs in this flavorful mixture, ensuring they are thoroughly covered.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and pop it into the oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to redistribute the juices.
Notes
For make-ahead, prepare the marinade the night before and marinate the chicken in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg