Description
Lemon Dill Baked Chicken is a zesty and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a fresh lemon and dill marinade, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped dill, minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder until well combined.
- Place the chicken thighs in a large baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor.
- Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up in the baking dish and pour any remaining marinade over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy and golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and additional dill if desired.
Notes
- For more flavor, marinate the chicken for a longer time.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic and dill according to your taste.
- This dish pairs well with a side of vegetables or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg