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Baked Greek Lemon Chicken

Juicy chicken thighs marinated with lemon, olive oil, garlic, Dijon, and Greek herbs, then baked until golden and tender.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinate Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Servings 8 servings
Calories 260 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 lemons, juiced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 3 teaspoons oregano
  • 2 teaspoons thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dill
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2-3 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Place chicken thighs in a large bowl or zip-top bag.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, mustard, herbs, salt, and pepper until fully blended.
  • Pour marinade over the chicken, cover or seal, and refrigerate for 2 to 6 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange chicken in a baking dish and pour marinade on top.
  • Bake for 40 minutes or until internal temp reaches 165-175°F. Broil for 2-3 minutes for a browned finish.

Notes

Pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, rice, or a crisp Greek salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 22gFat: 14.5gSaturated Fat: 4.4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 775mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 1g