Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs

By: Deborah

Juicy lemon herb chicken thighs marinated with garlic, fresh herbs and olive oil, then barbecued or griddled until golden. Perfect for weeknight dinners, BBQs or meal prep.

PREP: 10

Marinating time - at least 3 hours to: 1

COOK: 15

TOTAL: 1 25

Servings: 4 people

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Equipment

Ingredients

8 skinless boneless chicken thighs (approx. 800g)

For the marinade:

4 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh oregano leaves only, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves only, finely chopped
zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 clove garlic finely chopped
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Combine the marinade ingredients in a small bowl. Put the chicken into a large plastic bowl or sandwich bag and add the marinade ingredients. Mix well, ensuring each thigh is well coated. Cover the bowl or seal the bag and chill for at least 3 hours, or overnight.
Heat the BBQ to high. Place the chicken on the hot BBQ and cook for 12 minutes, turning halfway through cooking. I use a meat thermometer to check they’re cooked to 74C. Remove from the BBQ and rest for 5 minutes.
Serve the cooked thighs as part of a barbecue spread with other meats, pasta or potato salads, breads and sauces.

To cook on the hob:

Heat a griddle, skillet or large frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear on both sides until golden brown - approximately 5 to 6 minutes on each side. I use a meat thermometer to check they’re cooked to 74C. Remove from the heat and transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes, then serve.

Notes

Make ahead – marinade the chicken thighs overnight if you have time.
Optional variations:
- Spicy lemon chicken - add chilli flakes to the marinade for a kick of heat.
- Honey lemon chicken - include a drizzle of honey for a sweet glaze.
- Mediterranean version - serve with olives, cherry tomatoes and crumbled feta.
- Herb butter chicken - swap the olive oil for softened herb butter.
- One pan dinner - roast the chicken with baby potatoes, peppers and onions on a baking tray.
This lemon herb chicken thighs recipe is easily adapted if you’re cooking for less or more people.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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