Authentically Grilled Lemon-Herb Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated in lemon and fresh herbs, grilled to perfection with a golden crust that captures the essence of Mediterranean summers. This Mediterranean-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 85 minutes, pairs Chicken thighs, Lemon, Fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 65 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped rosemary, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1 tsp kosher salt until emulsified.
  2. Step 2: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F). Place chicken skin-side down on the grill and cook for 10 minutes without moving, until skin is golden brown and crispy.
  4. Step 4: Flip chicken and cook for another 8-10 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear. Rest for 5 minutes before serving with remaining lemon zest.

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