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Garlic Butter Lemon Baked Chicken Thighs

This Garlic Butter Lemon Baked Chicken Thighs recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, combining juicy chicken with zesty lemon and rich garlic butter for a comforting meal that's full of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on) Opt for bone-in, skin-on for maximum flavor and juiciness.
  • 4 tablespoons garlic butter Homemade garlic butter is recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Fresh lemon juice is best.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest Use fresh lemon zest for enhanced flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley Use for garnish before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). A hot oven helps achieve crispy skin on the chicken.
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, melt the garlic butter over medium heat.
  3. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then place them skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is crispy.
  4. Flip the chicken thighs over and drizzle them with lemon juice and lemon zest.
  5. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F / 75°C).
  6. Once done, remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes.
  7. Garnish your chicken with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Use a heavy skillet for optimal searing. Keep an eye on the chicken during the last 10 minutes of baking. For busy weeknights, consider marinating the chicken in garlic butter and lemon juice.