Lemon-Garlic Sour Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated and baked in a tangy lemon-garlic sauce that highlights the bright, sour flavor of fresh lemon juice. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, pairs boneless skin-on chicken thighs, fresh lemon juice, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 40 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until fully combined.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 boneless skin-on chicken thighs to the bowl and coat evenly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, skin side up, and bake for 25-30 minutes until the skin is golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving for a fresh, vibrant finish.

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