Description
A delightful dish combining zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and tender chicken thighs for a family-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they’re fully coated, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for more flavor).
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken thighs for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and golden brown.
- Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For the best flavor, consider marinating overnight. Fresh ingredients enhance the taste significantly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 348
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg