Baked Lemon Butter Chicken: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
- Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Follow these steps to create your Baked Lemon Butter Chicken with ease:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are coated evenly. Allow marinating for at least 30 minutes if time permits.
- Arrange in Dish: If not marinating, immediately arrange the marinated chicken in the dish with the skin side up.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Baste Midway: Optional but recommended—baste the chicken halfway through cooking with the pan juices for extra flavor.
- Broil for Crispiness: For a crispy skin, switch to broil for the last 3-5 minutes of cooking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Rest Chicken: Once done, remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish: Serve garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices for a beautiful finishing touch.
These simple steps ensure that your Baked Lemon Butter Chicken turns out delicious and perfectly cooked!