Description
Chicken thighs are a favorite for cozy dinners, delivering juicy, flavorful bites with a satisfying crunch. This easy recipe combines tender bone-in chicken thighs with aromatic herbs and spices, creating a dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a weeknight family meal or a festive gathering, this chicken thigh recipe will have everyone begging for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 lbs)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, thyme, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken thighs in a large bowl or zip-top bag and pour marinade over them. Massage to coat evenly; marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange marinated chicken thighs skin-side up.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let them rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg