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lemon garlic chicken

A flavorful lemon garlic chicken recipe with a crispy golden finish, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 1 large lemon juiced (2 tablespoons)
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp chili pepper flakes
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F or your air fryer to 375°F.
  2. Rinse and pat dry your chicken pieces. Transfer to a ziploc bag.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, spices, salt and pepper to taste, and grated parmesan. Whisk together. Transfer 3/4 of this mixture to the ziploc bag and close it. Shake to coat and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Save the remaining marinade for serving.
  4. Place the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 17-20 minutes. Alternatively, air fry for 12 minutes.
  5. Top the chicken with the reserved marinade and serve.

Notes

Enjoy this delicious lemon garlic chicken with your favorite sides!