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Italian Lemon Garlic Baked Chicken Thighs
A simple Italian-inspired dish: bone-in chicken thighs roasted with garlic, lemon, and olive oil in a cast iron skillet in the oven for crispy skin and bright flavor.
- Time
- 45 minutes
- Serves
- 4
- Calories
- 420
Per serving
420
calories
32g
protein
28g
fat
6g
carbs
Equipment
Method
- 01
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- 02
In a small bowl combine minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, and dried oregano.
- 03
Season both sides of the chicken thighs with remaining 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper. Place thighs skin-side up in a cast iron skillet, spacing evenly.
- 04
Spoon the garlic-lemon mixture over and around the thighs, letting some run under the skin if possible.
- 05
Roast in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, until skin is golden and an instant-read thermometer at the thickest part reads 165°F (74°C). If you want extra-crispy skin, broil 1–2 minutes while watching closely.
- 06
Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes. Sprinkle chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
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