Lemon garlic chicken thighs healthy that you’ll crave!
A delicious and healthy recipe for lemon garlic chicken thighs that are packed with flavor and perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken thighs with the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Place the marinated chicken thighs in a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and lemon according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg