Description
Experience perfectly tender, juicy chicken with crispy skin, infused with the bright zest of lemon, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs. This easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners but elegant enough for guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks (about 2–2.5 lbs total)
- 1 large lemon, thinly sliced (plus extra for zest)
- 6–8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Kosher salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken pieces thoroughly dry with paper towels; season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped herbs, lemon zest, and olive oil to form a rub.
- Generously apply the rub all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- Arrange lemon slices on the baking sheet and place chicken on top.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is crispy.
- Rest chicken for 5-10 minutes before serving to lock in juices.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35-45 mins