Baked Greek Lemon-Oregano Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated in lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, baked to tender perfection with crispy edges. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, 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: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 6 Greek cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours to absorb the flavors.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment.
  4. Step 4: Bake the chicken for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Step 5: Remove from the oven and sprinkle 1 tbsp fresh oregano leaves over the hot chicken. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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