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Greek Lemon Chicken

This tender and juicy Greek Lemon Chicken is bursting with bold flavors from lemon, garlic and rosemary.
5 from 1 vote
Author: Julianne
Servings 8
PREP 10 minutes
COOK 45 minutes
Marinate 1 hour
TOTAL 1 hour 55 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 8 chicken thighs, bone in, skin on
  • cup fresh lemon juice
  • cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 4 cloves garlic, grated
  • 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Add your chicken thighs to a food storage container and set aside.
  • Add the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dijon mustard, lemon zest, rosemary, oregano, salt and pepper to a small mixing bowl.
  • Whisk until well combined and emulsified.
  • Pour the marinade over the chicken and mix, making sure all the chicken is well coated. Cover and chill in the fridge for 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Transfer the chicken to a large oven-safe skillet or 9 x 13 casserole baking dish and pour the remaining marinade over the tops.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F when checked with a meat thermometer, then serve with your favorite side or salad.

*Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.

Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Calories 337kcal
Nutrition Facts
Greek Lemon Chicken
Amount per Serving
Calories
337
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
29
g
45
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
44
%
Carbohydrates
 
2
g
1
%
Protein
 
17
g
34
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.

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