Description
Lemon pepper chicken thighs are juicy, oven-roasted, and bursting with bright citrus and cracked pepper flavor. A fast and flavorful dinner idea perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
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4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
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Zest of 1 lemon
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp cracked black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp paprika
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat chicken dry.
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Mix lemon zest, juice, oil, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and paprika.
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Rub seasoning all over chicken thighs.
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Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 165°F. Broil last 2–3 minutes if desired.
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Let rest 5 minutes. Serve warm with sides of choice.
Notes
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Use boneless thighs for faster cooking
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Add herbs for extra flavor
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Great for meal prep and reheats well
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American, Weeknight-Friendly
Nutrition
- Calories: ~250 per thigh