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Lemon-Chicken-Recipe

Lemon Chicken

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Lemon Chicken boasts an irresistible flavor from marinated chicken thighs baked with garlic, lemon, and herbs. It’s a perfect choice for a quick and healthy homemade meal that your family will love!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 34 pounds bone-in chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
  • 1 cup white rice
  • ¼ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ lemon zested
  • Juice from ½ lemon
  • 2 teaspoons parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken thighs in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Combine avocado oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and dried seasonings with the chicken. Marinate for 1 to 8 hours, or skip marinating if short on time.
  3. Let the baking dish sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  5. Bake the chicken for 45 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 175°F, basting with the sauce halfway through.
  6. Prepare rice according to package directions, using chicken stock instead of water. After cooking, fluff with a fork and mix in remaining ingredients.
  7. Baste the chicken again, then broil on high for the last 3 to 5 minutes to achieve a crispy skin.
  8. Garnish the chicken with lemon slices and chopped parsley.

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Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight if time allows.
Serve with a side salad or your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.
This dish is great as leftovers and can be reheated easily.

  • Author: dani
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with rice
  • Calories: 425
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg