Description

This Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs recipe is incredibly simple to prepare and requires just a handful of ingredients to create a flavorful dish. The chicken thighs are seasoned with lemon pepper, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt, then baked to perfection for a juicy and tender meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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8 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons Olive oil
2 tablespoons Lemon pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon Garlic powder
1 teaspoon Onion powder
½ teaspoon Salt
¼ teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
1 piece Fresh lemon, half for juice and half for slicing (for garnish)
2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C)
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl
Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken, then sprinkle the lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper onto the thighs
Use your hands to coat each chicken thigh thoroughly with the seasoning
Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs in a single layer on a baking sheet
Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C)
Remove from oven and let them rest for 5-10 minutes before serving
Garnish with fresh lemon juice, parsley, and lemon slices before serving

Notes

For crispier skin, consider using skin-on chicken thighs or broiling for 1-3 minutes after baking.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 thigh
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 36 g
Cholesterol: 130 mg