Author Notes
Lemon Herb Crusted Chicken Thighs is a quick, easy, budget-friendly, and succulent chicken dish. It's also freezer and weeknight friendly! —Rachel (Simple Seasonal)
Ingredients
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8 pieces
chicken thighs
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1/3 cup
lemon juice
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1 tablespoon
lemon zest
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3 pieces
cloves minced garlic
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1/2 teaspoon
dry rosemary
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1/2 teaspoon
dry thyme
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1/2 tsp
dry crushed red pepper
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1/8 teaspoon
salt
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1/8 cup
extra virgin olive oil
Directions
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1. Preheat your oven to 350º F. Rinse off your chicken thighs, remove the skins, and place them into an oven-safe dish. To remove the skin simply place your thumb between the meat and the skin and pull.
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2. Mix all your ingredients in a bowl, evenly spread your marinade over your chicken thighs, and then cover your pan with foil.
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3. Bake covered for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165º F. Once cooked, allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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