Description
Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs are a mouthwatering dish that will elevate your dinner table. Juicy, tender chicken thighs are perfectly seasoned with zesty lemon and a hint of black pepper, then roasted to golden perfection. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, this recipe is ideal for weeknight meals or special gatherings. Serve it with your favorite sides for a delightful culinary experience that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 large lemons (zest and juice)
- 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly spray a rimmed baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, drizzle olive oil over the chicken thighs. Season generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and lemon zest; rub the seasoning into the chicken.
- Squeeze the juice of both lemons over the seasoned chicken.
- Place the thighs skin-side up in the prepared baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot, drizzling any remaining juices over the chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg