Easy and Healthy Lemon Chicken
This juicy and flavorful lemon chicken is quick to prepare and full of bright, herby flavor. Made with boneless skinless chicken thighs, heart-healthy olive oil, and zesty lemon juice, it’s perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or grilling season.
Calories: 328kcal
Servings:
Ingredients
- 6 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ⅓ cup lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried dill
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¾ tsp salt
- ¾ tsp pepper
- 1 pound chicken thighs boneless, skinless, 4 thighs, 4 ounces each
Instructions
- Make marinade: Put the lemon juice and seasonings in a bowl. Whisk to combine. While you are whisking, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil.
- Marinate: Add chicken thighs to a glass bowl or zipper plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken and mix until it is evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 6 hours.
- To cook: Drain off any excess marinade and throw away. Bake at 400 ℉ for 20 minutes or until an internal temperature reaches 165°, or grill for 5-7 minutes per side.
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Notes
Adjust spices according to your preference.
Tip: Set the chicken out a few minutes early so the olive oil can soften. (It hardens in the fridge, which is normal.) This makes it easier to drain off excess marinade.
Nutrition
Calories: 328 kcalCarbohydrates: 2 gProtein: 22 gFat: 26 gSaturated Fat: 4 gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3 gMonounsaturated Fat: 17 gTrans Fat: 0.02 gCholesterol: 108 mgSodium: 538 mgPotassium: 317 mgFiber: 0.2 gSugar: 1 gVitamin A: 45 IUVitamin C: 8 mgCalcium: 18 mgIron: 1 mg
