Ingredients
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Gather these simple ingredients to make your own Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Combine melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and thyme in a bowl.
- Heat a skillet, sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes.
- Flip the chicken and pour the butter mixture over it.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Let rest, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is at least 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
- Feel free to adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg