Lemon-Garlic Grilled Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs marinated in a simple lemon-garlic sauce and grilled to juicy perfection, served with a side of steamed vegetables. This American chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, lemon juice, and 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 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- pinch salt
- pinch black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, and a pinch each of salt and black pepper.
- Step 2: Place 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F). Grill the chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F, then let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
