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1) Crispy Oven-Baked Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (about 2.5–3 lb)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika optional
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
  2. Whisk olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika in a bowl.
  3. Toss thighs in the mixture until well coated; let sit 10–15 minutes if time allows.
  4. Arrange skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with foil or a rimmed pan.
  5. Roast 30–35 minutes until skin is golden and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Broil 1–2 minutes if you want extra crisp skin. Rest 5 minutes, sprinkle parsley, and serve.