Greek Lemon Chicken: The Juicy Recipe You’ll Love at Home
This Greek Lemon Chicken recipe is the perfect meal to enjoy at home, packed with flavor and juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and pour the remaining marinade on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until cooked through.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like parsley or dill.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg