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Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
Juicy chicken thighs are infused with bright lemon, sweet honey, and bold spices for a flavorful and easy meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 8 pieces chicken thighs
  • 2 pieces lemons (zest and slices) (zest of 2 lemons, 1 lemon juice, 1 lemon sliced)
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp mustard powder

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Mix lemon zest, juice of one lemon, honey, olive oil, salt, pepper, chili flakes, paprika, garlic powder, and mustard powder in a bowl.
  • Rub the mixture over the chicken thighs and place them in a baking dish.
  • Arrange lemon slices on top of the chicken.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and golden.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before baking.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, honey, Lemon