Herb and Lemon Baked Chicken
Brighten up your dinner table with this irresistible Herb and Lemon Baked Chicken recipe, a perfect balance of zesty citrus and fragrant herbs. Juicy, golden-browned chicken thighs are marinated with fresh rosemary, thyme, and garlic, then baked to perfection in a luscious lemon-butter sauce. The secret to its crispy skin lies in a quick stovetop sear before the oven finish, locking in flavor and tenderness. Infused with vibrant lemon zest and a touch of chicken broth, this one-skillet meal is as easy to make as it is full of bold, fresh flavors. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect for weeknights but elegant enough for entertaining. Pair with roasted vegetables or fluffy mashed potatoes, and let the herbaceous pan juices steal the show!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy skin.
Step 3
Zest the lemon and set the zest aside. Cut the lemon in half.
Step 4
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Add the lemon zest and the juice from half of the lemon.
Step 5
Rub the herb and oil mixture all over the chicken thighs, making sure to get some under the skin.
Step 6
Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat and add the butter. Once melted, add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
Step 7
Flip the chicken thighs over and add the chicken broth and squeeze the juice from the remaining lemon half into the skillet.
Step 8
Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 9
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes.
Step 10
Serve the chicken hot, drizzled with the pan juices.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 852.1 grams (852.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1758 |
| Total Fat 117.20g | 150% |
| Saturated Fat 36.30g | 182% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g | |
| Cholesterol 630mg | 210% |
| Sodium 3280mg | 143% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.10g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.40g | 9% |
| Total Sugars 1.90g | |
| Protein 159.30g | 319% |
| Vitamin D 47IU | 233% |
| Calcium 122mg | 9% |
| Iron 7mg | 38% |
| Potassium 1680mg | 36% |
Source of Calories