Oven-baked chicken thighs with lemon and herbs

Baked Chicken Thighs

Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs baked with lemon, garlic, and Italian herbs until the skin is crisp.

Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
Calories
390 kcal

Ingredients

8 servings

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with foil and set a rack on top; coat with spray.

  2. Whisk the olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, Italian seasoning, and paprika.

  3. Pat the chicken dry, toss in the mixture, and place skin side up on the rack with space between.

  4. Season with salt and pepper. Bake 35 to 45 minutes until the skin is browned and the internal temperature reaches 175°F. Broil briefly if desired.

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated.

Calories
390 kcal
Protein
32g
Carbs
2g
Fat
21g
Fiber
1g

Tips

  • Dry the skin well for maximum crispness.
  • Broil at the end for extra-crisp skin.

Variations

  • Add a squeeze of fresh lemon before serving.
  • Use a homemade Italian seasoning blend.

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