Greek Lemon Chicken (Print Version)
Juicy chicken thighs infused with lemon, garlic and Mediterranean herbs, baked until tender for an effortless Greek-inspired meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
→ Marinade
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Juice of 2 lemons
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60 ml olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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3 teaspoons dijon mustard
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3 teaspoons oregano
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2 teaspoons thyme
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1 teaspoon dill
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1 teaspoon paprika
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2-3 teaspoons salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
# Steps:
01 -
Place chicken thighs in a large bowl or ziplock bag.
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In a small bowl, mix together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dijon mustard, oregano, thyme, dill, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
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Pour the marinade over the chicken and cover or seal bag. Refrigerate to marinate for 2-6 hours.
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Preheat oven to 175°C.
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Transfer marinated chicken to a large baking dish and pour remaining marinade over the top.
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Bake chicken for 40 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 74-79°C. For extra color, broil for the final 2-3 minutes.
# Notes:
01 -
For best flavor, allow chicken to marinate overnight in the refrigerator.