Lemon Chicken Recipe: Juicy and Easy Weeknight Dinner Delight
Discover the delightful flavors of this Lemon Chicken Recipe, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- 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
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour marinade over them.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before baking.
- Serve with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Quick Dinner