Lemon Chicken Delight: Easy Recipe for Juicy Weeknight Meals
A delightful, easy recipe for lemon chicken that’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning according to your taste.
- For more flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipe, Weeknight Meals