Go Back
–+ servings
Isabella

Baked Lemon Butter Chicken: A Zesty Delight Awaits!

Baked Lemon Butter Chicken is a zesty and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a rich lemon butter sauce, perfect for a delightful meal.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice about 2 lemons
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the lemon butter mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown.
  5. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 28gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mg

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the lemon butter mixture for 1-2 hours before baking.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or over a bed of rice or quinoa to create a complete meal.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!