Street View Lemon-Glazed Chicken Thighs
Tender chicken thighs with a bright lemon-herb glaze, inspired by the clarity of Google Maps' Street View imagery. This french-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, thinly sliced lemon 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs, skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1, thinly sliced lemon
- 2 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 8 minutes until golden brown and skin is crispy.
- Step 3: Flip chicken thighs and add 1 lemon, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tsp chopped thyme to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until aromatic, then pour in 1/4 cup white wine and 1/2 cup chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
- Step 4: Add 1 tbsp Dijon mustard and bring to a simmer. Transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven and bake for 20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Street View Lemon-Glazed Chicken Thighs take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Street View Lemon-Glazed Chicken Thighs?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Street View Lemon-Glazed Chicken Thighs?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Street View Lemon-Glazed Chicken Thighs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Street View Lemon-Glazed Chicken Thighs gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
