Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

Name: Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 lemon, sliced

4 servings10 min prep30 min cookEasy

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

Story updated September 18, 2026

Lemon and garlic are foundational flavors in Mediterranean cooking, especially Greek and Italian cuisine, where citrus and allium have long been used to brighten roasted meats. This pairing with chicken thighs reflects that Mediterranean influence adapted into an easy modern American dinner staple.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 lemon, sliced

Instructions

1Preheat the oven to 400°F and pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
2Whisk together the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3Toss the chicken thighs in the marinade, coating both sides well, and arrange skin-side up in a baking dish.
4Tuck the lemon slices between the thighs and around the dish.
5Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the skin is golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
6Spoon the pan juices over the thighs before serving.

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