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Lemony Chicken Thighs

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45min

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4 servings

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These juicy and flavorful chicken thighs are marinated in a bright and zesty lemon-herb mixture, then baked to perfection. The marinade includes fresh lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and olive oil, which infuses the chicken with Mediterranean flavors. Serve these lemony chicken thighs with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a delicious and easy meal.

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1 g
1 g
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1
Preheat Oven

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2
Zest and juice lemons

Zest both lemons and set the zest aside. Juice the lemons and set the juice aside.

3
Mince garlic

Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.

4
Prepare marinade

In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

5
Marinate chicken

Add the chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.

6
Arrange chicken on baking sheet

Place the marinated chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side up, spacing them evenly apart.

7
Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy and golden brown.

8
Rest and serve

Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving hot. Enjoy!

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