Easy Roasted Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs Recipe
This Easy Roasted Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs recipe is a simple yet bold dish that's perfect for any dinner table.
Ingredients
- 8 chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 clove garlic minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 8 lemon slices
- 1 cup chicken stock
Instructions
- Combine the chicken thighs, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and olive oil in a large bowl. Mix well and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear for 7-8 minutes, until golden brown. If using skin on chicken things, sear with the skin side down.
- Flip the chicken thighs over and cook for 7-8 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165F.
- Remove the chicken from the pan. Add lemon slices to the pan and sauté for 3 minutes, until fragrant. Pour chicken stock over the lemon slices and scrape any bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer for 3-4 minutes, until slightly reduced.
- Top the chicken thighs with sautéed lemons and pan sauce and serve.
Notes
Note: You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs or bone in, skin on chicken thighs, whichever you prefer. If using bone in chicken thighs, cook time may be a few minutes longer.
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