Ingredients
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon honey (optional, for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Place chicken in a large mixing bowl
Mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl
Pour the marinade over chicken and toss to coat evenly
Let chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes
Position a wire rack over a baking sheet and place chicken on the rack, skin-side up
Bake for 35-45 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F
Sprinkle chopped parsley and drizzle honey (if using) over chicken during the last 5 minutes of baking for extra shine and sweetness
Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices
Notes
Marinate chicken in the refrigerator if not cooking immediately
Use chicken thighs for a more juicy outcome
Adjust herb quantities to taste
Ensure chicken reaches safe internal temperature before serving
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: High Protein Meals
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh or breast
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 130mg