PrintLemon Thyme Baked Chicken Thighs in Just 4 Steps
A simple and flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken thighs seasoned with lemon and thyme, baked to perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, thyme, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken thighs evenly with the mixture.
- Place chicken skin-side up in a baking dish.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh thyme for the best flavor.
- Check chicken doneness with a meat thermometer.
- For crispier skin, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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