Lemon Crusted Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

• 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on recommended for best results)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp lemon pepper
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper (optional for heat)
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 2 lemon (sliced, divided for marinade and garnish)
• fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the chicken thighs with olive oil, garlic powder, lemon pepper, black pepper, crushed red pepper, onion powder, and the juice of half a lemon. Toss well to coat and let marinate briefly.

3. 3

   Place the marinated chicken into an oven-safe baking dish. Arrange the lemon slices around the chicken pieces.

4. 4

   Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

5. 5

   Switch the oven to broil on low. Use a spoon to scoop the pan juices and baste the chicken, then broil for 5 minutes or until the skin is golden brown and crispy.

6. 6

   Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve.

Notes

Ensure you baste the chicken during the broiling step to achieve an even, golden color and to keep the meat moist.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• chicken
• baked
• gluten-free
• dairy-free
• easy
• meal prep