Easy Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs
Juicy chicken thighs marinated in fresh lemon juice and herbs, then pan-seared to golden perfection. Perfect for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade and let sit for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the chicken thighs skin-side down.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until skin is crispy and golden, then flip and cook another 10-13 minutes until fully cooked.
- Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, garnish with fresh parsley or serve with lemon wedges.