Baked Greek Lemon Chicken: Juicy Flavors for Home Cooks
Baked Greek Lemon Chicken is a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken with zesty flavors, perfect for home cooks looking to impress.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth into the baking dish.
- Bake in the oven for 45 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a Greek salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Baked Greek Lemon Chicken, Lemon Chicken, Greek Recipes