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Tender Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs

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A quick and easy grilled chicken thigh recipe featuring a tangy lemon herb marinade that results in juicy, flavorful, and tender meat with crispy skin.

Ingredients

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  • 4 to 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900g)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice (bottled works too)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and honey if using in a medium bowl.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to help the skin crisp up.
  3. Place the chicken thighs in the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F / 205°C). If using a grill pan, heat it over medium-high on the stove and brush with oil to prevent sticking.
  5. Place the chicken thighs skin side down on the grill. Cook undisturbed for 7-8 minutes until the skin is charred and crispy.
  6. Flip the chicken and grill the other side for another 7-8 minutes.
  7. Check for doneness using a meat thermometer (165°F / 74°C internal temperature) or cut into the thickest part to ensure juices run clear.
  8. Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest loosely covered with foil for 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
  9. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before marinating and before grilling for crispy skin. Marinate at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours. Use indirect heat after searing to cook through without burning. Rest chicken after grilling to keep it juicy. If flare-ups occur, move chicken to cooler part of grill briefly. Boneless skin-on thighs can be used but reduce cooking time.

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Keywords: grilled chicken thighs, lemon herb chicken, easy grilled chicken, juicy chicken recipe, summer BBQ chicken, gluten-free chicken, dairy-free chicken

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