Greek Lemon Chicken: Easy Recipe for Juicy Flavor at Home
This Greek Lemon Chicken recipe is a simple and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 sprigs fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them.
- Add chicken broth to the bottom of the baking dish.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
Keywords: Greek Lemon Chicken