Description
Lemon Herb Butter Chicken Thighs are a delicious and zesty dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a flavorful lemon herb butter sauce, perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the softened butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Rub the lemon herb butter mixture all over the chicken thighs.
- Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken thighs in the lemon herb butter for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Lemon Herb Butter Chicken Thighs, Chicken Recipe, Zesty Chicken, Easy Dinner