Italian Chicken Thighs With Garlic And Lemon

Italian Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

Italian Chicken Thighs With Garlic And Lemon

Italian chicken thighs with garlic and lemon are juicy, golden, and ready in about 15 minutes. This easy Italian skillet chicken dinner is bright, buttery, and perfect for a simple weeknight meal that still feels special.

Recipe Developer-Estefania

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

1 5

Total Time 15

Ingredients

▢ 500 g Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or Bone in

For the Marinade

Instructions

To make the marinade, combine lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, rosemary, salt, and black pepper in a bowl,.
Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly in the marinade. Cover and let the chicken marinate in the fridge at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
Preheat a pan or grill over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until golden and cooked through.
If you are baking then, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).Arrange the marinated boneless, skinless chicken thighs in a baking dish or skillet, leaving the marinade on for flavor, then bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the juices run clear and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once done transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes before serving. This ensures juicy chicken!

Notes

Use Fresh Garlic and Lemon Juice: I prefer fresh garlic over powder and fresh lemon juice because it gives the marinade a stronger, more aromatic punch.

Grill for Extra Char: If the weather allows, I grill these for that smoky flavor and those delicious char marks.

Double the Batch: I often make extra and keep leftovers for salads or wraps the next day; they hold up really well.

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