Description
This Lemon Chicken features tender chicken thighs marinated in a zesty blend of lemon, garlic, and herbs, making it a flavorful option for a quick dinner or healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 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
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 lemon, zested
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- 2 teaspoons parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Arrange the chicken thighs in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix avocado oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and dried herbs, then pour over the chicken. Marinate for 1 to 8 hours or skip if short on time.
- Bring the baking dish to room temperature for 10 minutes before baking.
- Bake the chicken for 45 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 175°F, basting halfway through.
- While baking, cook the rice with chicken stock according to the package instructions. Fluff and mix in the remaining ingredients once cooked.
- Baste the chicken with the marinade and broil on high for 3 to 5 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken overnight.
Serve with steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg