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Juicy Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Crispy Skin

Close-up of two perfectly cooked Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with crispy skin and herbs.
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Follow these steps to make moist, flavorful chicken thighs roasted with bright lemon and aromatic garlic.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
  2. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to create the marinade.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs very dry using paper towels. This helps achieve crispy skin.
  4. Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or a zip-top bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken and rub it thoroughly over all surfaces, especially under the skin if possible.
  5. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan.
  6. Roast for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) in the thickest part of the thigh.
  7. For extra crispy skin, switch the oven to broil for the last 1 to 3 minutes, watching constantly to prevent burning.
  8. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest on the baking sheet for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Save the pan drippings after resting; you can whisk in a splash of white wine or chicken broth to make a simple pan sauce.
  • For best results, let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours before roasting.
  • If you do not have bone-in thighs, this recipe works well with boneless, skinless thighs, reducing the cook time by about 10 to 15 minutes.

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