Lemon & Herb Baked Chicken Thighs

Dinner

Lemon & Herb Baked Chicken Thighs

310kcal
38gprotein
10 minprep
35 mincook
4servings
Easy

Crispy-skinned chicken thighs marinated in lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs. Incredibly simple, endlessly satisfying, and brilliant for meal prep.

High ProteinGluten FreeMeal Prep

Ingredients

  • 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • Juice and zest of 2 lemons
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 200°C / 180°C fan.

  2. 2

    Mix lemon juice, zest, garlic, olive oil, herbs, and paprika into a marinade.

  3. 3

    Score the chicken thighs and rub marinade all over. Marinate at least 30 minutes.

  4. 4

    Place skin-side up in a roasting tin. Roast 35–40 minutes until skin is golden and juices run clear.

  5. 5

    Rest 5 minutes before serving with a green salad or roasted vegetables.

Tip: Remove the skin before eating to reduce calories by approximately 60 kcal per thigh.

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