Hello! If you are looking for a dinner that is mouth watery and is also very simple to prepare, you have to give a try to the Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs. These bad boys are certainly seeping in juices, tangy and filled with garlic. Best for impressing guests or even simply pampering yourself on a weekday night.
Ingredients
Let’s gather up the goodies:
- 4 bone-in, skin on chicken thighs: Trust me, the skin makes all the difference!
- 4 cloves of garlic: Minced. The more, the merrier!
- 1 lemon: We’ll use both the zest and juice to brighten things up.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil: This helps everything get nice and golden.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano: For that hint of herby goodness.
- 1 teaspoon paprika: Gives a beautiful color and smoky flavor.
- Salt and pepper: Just a pinch and everything wants to be a pop.
- Chopped parsley (optional): This is for those who wish to add a little garnish. If you know you’re going to have fun with it!
We start cooking!
Do you think you can create excitement in the kitchen? Here’s the way to go about it:
Preheat Your Oven. Make your oven ready at 425°F (220°C). While that is being done, in the meantime take your lemon and zest it. You need all the sprightly citrus that you can gather.
Marinate In a bowl, put in minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Beat all the ingredients together until they are nicely blended. I’m telling you this marinade is going to be intense!
Put in the Marinade. Toss your chicken thighs in a bowl or a sealable bag and pour some of that lovely marinade all over them. There should be a coating on all the pieces. If you can do so, keep it in the fridge for at least half an hour. But hey, if you are in a hurry do not panic – I’m for you!
Pour It Over the Chicken: When your oven is hot, preheat it to a high temperature and then line your baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleaning. Put your chicken on top of the skin side. Any leftover marinade gets poured over the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken has a crisp skin and is cooked through. That nice crispy skin that is golden in color is what one strives to get. And wow!
Time to Serve: When they come out of the oven, make sure to wait for a few minutes so that they may cool down a little so people may savor the experience.
For a touch of extravagance, finish it off with chopped parsley. These thighs can be served with roasted vegetables, fresh salad, or even on their own!
Conclusion
Now that we’ve reached the latter end of the lesson, let me introduce you to Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs, deep flavored, simple to prepare and a delight for every family member to enjoy at mealtime. Recipe you wouldn’t mind doing over again. Relish the succulent bites to the fullest!
