Lemon Chicken Recipe: Easy & Juicy for Home-Cooked Delight
Discover how to make a delicious Lemon Chicken dish that’s easy to prepare and bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg