Tangy Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Herb Sauce

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a bright, sour lemon-garlic mixture, pan-seared to golden perfection and served with a fresh herb sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, fresh lemon juice, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 4 bone-in chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated chicken thighs skin-side down. Sear for 6-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp, then flip and cook for another 6-7 minutes until cooked through and juices run clear.
  3. Step 3: While the chicken cooks, mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves, and 1 tsp honey in a small bowl until smooth and tangy.
  4. Step 4: Plate the chicken thighs and spoon the herb yogurt sauce over the top for a bright, sour contrast to the savory meat.

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